How to deal with presbyopia
Disease description:
Recently, I've found that my near vision is getting increasingly blurry, especially when reading books or newspapers—I have to hold them farther away to see clearly. Presbyopia really affects my daily life. I wonder if there are better ways to deal with presbyopia besides wearing reading glasses?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Presbyopia is a condition that occurs with aging, characterized by gradual hardening of the lens, reduced elasticity, and declining function of the ciliary muscle, leading to a progressive decline in the eye's ability to focus. It generally begins around the age of 40 and mainly manifests as difficulty seeing nearby objects clearly, requiring individuals to hold reading materials farther away in order to see them clearly.
Relief measures:
1. Corrective lenses: The most direct method is wearing reading glasses. It is recommended to visit a hospital for an eye examination and choose appropriate reading glasses based on individual needs. For patients with both myopia and presbyopia, progressive multifocal lenses may be considered.
2. Surgical treatment: For individuals who do not wish to wear glasses long-term, surgical options such as laser surgery or intraocular lens implantation may be considered.
3. Medication: For vision problems caused by eye fatigue, eye drops such as sodium hyaluronate eye drops or polyvinyl alcohol eye drops can be used to relieve eye fatigue.
4. Diet and nutrition: Consuming foods rich in lutein, such as carrots, corn, and blueberries, can help protect the retina. Additionally, supplementing with vitamin B, found in foods like Chinese cabbage, potatoes, and eggplants, may help alleviate eye fatigue.
