I've worn glasses for years. They correct for astigmatism, and seeing closely. I've always worn progressive lens glasses, until this time. I decided on bifocals, which don't require finding the "sweet spot" for whatever is being observed. It's a change, and typing at the computer now requires my readers. I can use the bifocals, but they cause an unnatural tilting of my head, and I'm finding the neck strain I would have is gone. Also, my peripheral vision is better. I don't have to turn my head as far to see side road traffic. That would exacerbate my sore neck. Still it's a change, but in the next few years, my ophthalmologist thinks cataract surgery will be required for my cataracts. As of now, I don't have the terrible night vision, or the dullness of light advanced cataracts can cause.
I use reading glasses but not prescriptions. I'm sure I need them but refuse to go to the eye doctor for some reason.
ReplyDeleteIf it wasn't for astigmatism, I'd probably only need readers.
DeleteI'm anxious to get my surgery done. I want them to fix EVERYTHING.
ReplyDeleteMy wife was amazed at how clear her vision became. There is an option for a lens that solves astigmatism, but our finances didn't allow it.
DeleteI don't go for my initial evaluation until May 6. I'll find out more then.
ReplyDeleteIf surgery is required, it's not a long surgery, and other than dealing with eye drops, yields much better vision.
DeleteGotta have glasses if stuff looks blurry and you haven't been drinking.
ReplyDeleteThat's true. I have a relative that has terrible vision, but won't go to have their eyes examined.
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