What treatment options are available for presbyopia?
September 11, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Tobias Helbig
Dear Sir or Madam,
My name is Gerald Busch and I am 53 years old. Over the past few months, I have noticed that my vision is deteriorating, especially when reading books or working on the computer. I have difficulty deciphering small print and have to hold the newspaper or my smartphone further away from me in order to see the words clearly. I have heard that this could be a sign of presbyopia, but I am not sure what I can do about it.
I am worried that my vision will continue to decline and that soon I will not be able to perform my daily tasks. I work a lot on the computer and it is important for me to be able to continue to do my work efficiently. Therefore, I would like to know what treatment options are available for presbyopia and if there is a way to improve or at least maintain my vision.
Are there special glasses or contact lenses that could help me? Or are there perhaps even surgical procedures that could improve my vision in the long term? I would like to explore all possible options in order to make an informed decision about my vision.
Thank you in advance for your help and advice.
Sincerely,
Gerald Busch
Dear Mr. Busch,
Thank you for your detailed description of your vision problems. It is understandable that you are concerned when you notice that your eyesight is deteriorating and you are having difficulty reading and working on the computer. The symptoms you describe could indeed indicate presbyopia, also known as aging eyes. This is a natural process that occurs in most people at a certain age, as the lens of the eye loses elasticity and it becomes harder to see nearby objects clearly.
There are various treatment options for presbyopia that can help improve your vision or at least stabilize it. One of the most common options are progressive lenses or reading glasses, specifically designed to correct presbyopia. These glasses have different vision zones that allow you to see clearly both up close and far away without having to switch glasses.
Another option is multifocal contact lenses, similar to progressive lenses, designed to provide clear vision at different distances. Your eye doctor can help you choose the right type of contact lenses for your needs and fit them professionally.
In some cases, refractive surgery, such as lens implantation or laser treatment, may also be an option to improve vision in presbyopia. These procedures can help reduce or even eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. Your eye doctor can provide more detailed information about the various surgical options and help you determine if any of these treatments are suitable for you.
It is important to consult with a specialist in ophthalmology to receive an accurate diagnosis and the best possible treatment for your presbyopia. Please schedule an appointment for an examination to have your vision checked and discuss further treatment options.
I hope this information is helpful to you and that you will soon find the right solution for your vision problems. Do not hesitate to contact me for any further questions or to schedule an appointment.
Best regards,
Tobias Helbig, MD (Ophthalmology)
