CAN ASTIGMATISM GO AWAY ON ITS OWN?
Whether or not astigmatism can be cured on its own is a question asked by many people. Astigmatism is one of the common refractive errors, affecting the vision of 40% of adults worldwide (according to the National Institutes of Health NIH). In this article, we will learn about the causes of this condition, scientific treatment, and whether astigmatism can be cured on its own.
What is astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a condition in which the image is distorted and deformed due to a number of causes (trauma, surgery, complications of some eye diseases) causing the shape of the cornea to be irregular, causing light rays to enter the eye. concentrated at many points on the retina instead of one point like the main eye. People with astigmatism often have nearsightedness or farsightedness.
Can astigmatism go away on its own?
Astigmatism cannot go away on its own. Many people mistakenly believe that by applying eye exercises, taking oriental medicine, performing folk acupressure, practicing distance vision or eating a nutritious diet can reduce astigmatism. In fact, astigmatism comes from the irregular shape of the eyeball, so only measures that directly affect the surface of the cornea can completely treat this condition.
Astigmatism treatment methods
Temporary method
To treat temporary astigmatism with little effect on the corneal structure, patients can refer to a number of methods such as using eyeglasses, soft contact lenses or Ortho-K hard contact lenses. In particular, using Ortho-K glasses will help patients temporarily eliminate refractive errors, reducing dependence on glasses during daytime activities, known as the "non-surgical refractive treatment" method. , thanks to the mechanism of corneal shaping during sleep at night.
Definitive method
If the patient needs to completely treat astigmatism, the only solution is refractive surgery. Patients can refer to a number of modern, highly safe methods that provide good visual quality such as Phakic, ReLEx SMILE, Femtosecond Lasik.
Astigmatism cannot go away on its own. Instead of using folk remedies or unproven effective methods, patients should apply the treatments mentioned above. If you suspect you have astigmatism or are diagnosed with this disease, see an ophthalmologist for advice and to choose the appropriate treatment method.
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