Patient's question:
My father has had presbyopia for several years. He doesn't see newspapers or TV clearly. It's not very convenient for him to wear glasses at all times as he gets older. I worry that he might fall or get injured because he can't see clearly. For middle-aged people like him, what are the treatments for presbyopia?Doctor's answer:
Presbyopia is primarily caused by the shortening of the eye axis due to age factors. The main symptom is difficulty seeing close objects clearly, but distant vision remains clear. It does not involve the condition you mentioned of tripping outdoors. Presbyopia is about difficulty seeing close objects clearly, not being unable to see things at all. Additionally, presbyopia can be corrected with glasses. It is recommended to visit a hospital to get a pair of glasses with the appropriate prescription. You can also include more eye-friendly foods in your diet.