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  2. Astigmatism - Wikipedia

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    With-the-rule astigmatism is more prevalent in young adults, and over time, the prevalence shifts to be mostly against-the-rule astigmatism. [37] A Polish study published in 2005 revealed "with-the-rule astigmatism" may lead to the onset of myopia. [38] The main cause of astigmatism is changes in the curvature of the cornea. [37]

  3. Astigmatism (optical systems) - Wikipedia

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    Astigmatism can be often corrected by glasses with a lens that has different radii of curvature in different planes (a cylindrical lens), contact lenses, or refractive surgery. [5] Astigmatism is quite common. Studies have shown that about one in three people suffers from it. [6] [7] [8] The prevalence of astigmatism increases with age. [9]

  4. Visual impairment - Wikipedia

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    Visual or vision impairment (VI or VIP) is the partial or total inability of visual perception.In the absence of treatment such as corrective eyewear, assistive devices, and medical treatment, visual impairment may cause the individual difficulties with normal daily tasks, including reading and walking. [6]

  5. Vision disorder - Wikipedia

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    There are many eye conditions that can lead to vision disorder. Some of which are as follows: Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD): ARMD is a retinal degeneration disease specifically associated with macula blood vessels, which can result in central vision impairment. It is strongly linked to advancing age, as well as European ancestry.

  6. Visual snow syndrome - Wikipedia

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    The visual system becomes more sensitive to light and can amplify noise or minor changes in visual signals. For example to the work of different types of photoreceptors in the retina of the eye. In the dark, the rod photoreceptors, which are responsible for the perception of light in low light, are mainly activated, but they are not able to ...

  7. Why astigmatism causes blurry vision, especially at night - AOL

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    Astigmatism, a disorder that affects how the eyes focus light, can be exacerbated at night. Blurry vision and headaches are symptoms of astigmatism. Why astigmatism causes blurry vision ...

  8. Cortical visual impairment - Wikipedia

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    The amount of sensory input an individual can tolerate without impacting function significantly may change throughout development and person to person. [2] Managing fatigue may reduce fluctuations but does not eliminate them, however utilizing breaks and being well rested may help to increase resilience during these times.

  9. Semaglutide is linked to a rare eye condition that can cause ...

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    Semaglutide can raise your risk of dry eye and cause changes in vision, so your doctor may recommend you start artificial tears or change your glasses prescription, if you wear them, he says.