What Is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia, commonly known as “lao-hua” in Singapore, is a natural age-related change that makes it harder to focus on nearby objects. It usually becomes noticeable from around age 40 and can affect reading, using a phone and other close-up activities.
Presbyopia is often confused with hyperopia (long-sightedness) because both can affect near vision. However, hyperopia is not caused by ageing and can occur at any age.
What Causes Presbyopia?
What Are the Symptoms of Presbyopia?
- Difficulty reading small print
- Eye strain or headaches when doing close-up work
- Needing to hold reading material farther away to see clearly
- Needing more light to read comfortably
Find the Right Presbyopia Treatment for You
Presbyopia Treatment Options
Presbyopia can be corrected with reading glasses, prescription glasses or contact lenses. Options include bifocal, progressive and multifocal lenses, depending on your vision needs and lifestyle.
For patients undergoing cataract surgery, presbyopia-correcting lens implants may provide an opportunity to address presbyopia and other refractive errors during cataract surgery, which may reduce dependence on glasses after surgery.
