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Astigmatism



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Astigmatism

Treatment:

Glasses or hard contact lenses will correct astigmatism. Soft contact lenses do not work as well.


Expectations (prognosis):

Vision is usually normal with the correct glasses or contact lenses.


Complications:
  • There are complications associated with contact lenses (including the risk of corneal abrasion), which may develop if contact lenses are used.
  • Unequal astigmatism may cause amblyopia.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with the health care provider or ophthalmologist if vision problems worsen or do not improve with glasses or contact lenses.




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