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What does Amblyopia refer to?
What is Hyperopia?
What does Presbyopia mean?
What is Nyctalopia?
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What does Diplopia mean?
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Study Notes
Amblyopia
- Known as "lazy eye," characterized by dim vision, primarily affecting one eye.
- Often develops during childhood and can lead to permanent vision impairment if not treated.
Hyperopia
- Commonly referred to as farsightedness, where distant objects appear clear while close objects are blurred.
- Results from the eye being too short or the cornea being too flat, affecting light focusing.
Presbyopia
- A vision condition associated with aging, causing difficulty in seeing objects up close.
- Typically starts around the age of 40, due to the lens of the eye losing elasticity.
Nyctalopia
- Also known as night blindness, a condition that hinders vision in low-light conditions.
- Can be caused by a variety of factors, including vitamin A deficiency and certain eye conditions.
Diplopia
- Refers to double vision, where a single object appears as two.
- May result from various issues, including eye muscle imbalances or neurological conditions.
Astigmatism
- A refractive error caused by an uneven curvature of the cornea or lens, leading to distorted or blurred vision.
- Frequently described as "football-shaped" eyes and can affect both distance and near vision.
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