Computer vision syndrome - AOA
Computer vision syndrome, also referred to as digital eye strain, is a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged use of digital devices. Discomfort often increases with the amount of digital screen use.
Computer Vision Syndrome, also referred to as “Digital Eye Strain”, is defined by the American Optometric Association (AOA) as a group of eye and vision-related problems resulting from prolonged use of computers, tablets, e-readers and cell phones. Computers have made life easier in terms of unlimited access to information, improved work
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), also known as digital eyestrain. The AOA defines this as “the complex of eye and vision problems related to near work that are experienced during or related to computer use.” Using computers and other electronic devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones, require s specific vision skills that place
Keratoconus - AOA
Keratoconus is a vision disorder that occurs when the normally round cornea (the front part of the eye) becomes thin and irregular (cone) shaped. This abnormal shape prevents the light entering the eye from being focused correctly on the retina and causes distortion of vision.
Amblyopia (lazy eye) - AOA
Amblyopia, or lazy eye, is the loss or lack of development of clear vision in one or both eyes. It is often associated with crossed eyes, or a large difference in the degree of nearsightedness or farsightedness between the two eyes.
Clinical Guidelines - AOA
Optometric Clinical Practice Guidelines (OCPGs) recommend appropriate steps in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of patients with various eye and vision conditions.
Ptosis - AOA
If ptosis is severe enough, it can cause amblyopia (lazy eye) or astigmatism. It is important to treat if noticed at a younger age—if left untreated, it could affect vision development. The condition is more commonly acquired later in life.
Ocular hypertension - AOA
Ocular hypertension occurs when the pressure in your eyes is above the range considered normal with no detectable changes in vision or damage to the structure of your eyes. The term is used to distinguish people with elevated pressure from those with glaucoma, a serious eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.
Accommodative dysfunction - AOA
Accommodative dysfunction is an eye-focusing problem resulting in blurred vision—up close and/or far away— frequently found in children or adults who have extended near-work demand. One of the visual skills necessary for visual information processing for near- centered tasks–such as reading of screens/ computers/phones and paper (books).
Pterygium - AOA
May cause astigmatism which can result in blurry vision. Whiteish or pinkish growth covering the front of the eye. It can be in one or both eyes. Diagnosis. Diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination, typically while examining the front structures of the eye with a microscope.