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Understanding Astigmatism

Astigmatism. Eye disease. Healthy eye and Astigmatic eye You’ve probably heard the term “astigmatism”, but if you’re like many people, you don’t have any idea what it means. In fact, you may even think that the term is “a stigmatism”- that’s a persistent misconception. In fact, astigmatism is a common eye condition that can be diagnosed with a simple eye …

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What Is Astigmatism?

How much do you know about astigmatism? Most people have very little understanding of this condition, but it’s a common problem. Like nearsightedness or farsightedness, astigmatism is not an eye disease, but merely a problem with how the eye focuses light. Astigmatism causes blurry vision and often occurs alongside other vision conditions. Put simply, astigmatism means your eye shape is …

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Symptoms and Types of Astigmatism

If you think you may have astigmatism and live in Derry, Londonderry, or near Windham, visit your eye specialist for an eye exam. There are several types of astigmatism which all have similar symptoms. Symptoms of Astigmatism People who have astigmatism in one or both of their eyes will typically experience vision that is blurred or distorted at any distance instead …

Could Astigmatism Be the Cause of Your Vision Problems?

Are you concerned about your eye health and do you live in Derry or Londonderry? Consider scheduling an appointment with an eye doctor to check for common vision problems like astigmatism. Astigmatism is known as a refractive error because it affects the way the eye bends light. It is possible to have astigmatism and another refractive error, such as nearsightedness …

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How LASIK Can Treat Your Astigmatism

Do you have astigmatism and live near Manchester, Londonderry, or Windham? If so, you’re not alone. Astigmatism is a very common condition in which the cornea has an oblong shape, like a football, rather than a round shape. The condition can cause vision distortion and blurriness, as well as squinting, headaches, and eye strain. Fortunately, many types of astigmatism can …