Is astigmatism curable?
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Yes, it is curable. I've had myopia with astigmatism & I've worn glasses since I was twleve.\n\nUnderwent LASIK surgery (a mere 25minute op) when I was 19 years old & my eyesight is 20/20 ever since, with God's Grace. Please note that natural degeneration of eyesight as you age occurs... but that's later.\n\nThe person above me is right about the age cut-off for the op. You need to be 18 & above before you can go for LASIK.
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There is no cure for nystagmus, which is often a life-long condition. Some types of nystagmus improve throughout childhood, and visual acuity may improve with the use of prism optical devices, specialty lenses and, in some cases, muscle surgery.
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The only proven ways to do this is by laser refractive surgery (LASIK) and orthokeratology (ortho-K).  LASIK uses a laser to reshape the front of the eye (the cornea).  Ortho-K uses gas permeable contact lenses to temporarily flatten the cornea.  Contrary to popular belief, vitamin A and other supplements will not help you with this.  You really should discuss your concerns with your eye doctor.  He/she can recommend options that will work for your eyes.
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wow sumbody actually asked. yes it does work. after only two months my doctor saw a significant improvement. my eyes go a little worse but he said the results were amazing! since i am still a preteen, most myopic kids my age would have had almost added half of their already existing prescription. but i have a theory of why my eyes did not improve. last year, i was check with -3.15 . however, i was at that stage when i hated wearing glasses because of my ugly look. so i went completely without my glasses for the whole summer. when i was checked in september 05, my doctor had said i had strained my eyes so much. after two months of eye exercises, my myopia had improved from my state of strain in the summer to what i am now even though it is still a little worse than my prescription 2 yrs ago
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No. Once the damage is done, it's done.  I had such bad vision and astigmatism for years.  My contacts had to be specially ordered at $500 a pop.  I gave in 5 1/2 years ago and had LASIK.  Let me tell you, it was the best thing I've ever done.  I can't tell you how great it's been.  But, I understand the cost can be quite intimidating.  I spent over $3k having mine done, but in the past 5 years, it has already paid for itself.  The technology keeps getting better, so you should seriously consider it, and look into financing options.
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There is currently no accepted effective treatment for any of the varied forms of Retinitis Pigmentosa.\nSorry to be so blunt, but various odd remedies have been proposed and done harm, including financial and emotional, to those desperate enough to try them.\n\nBee sting treatment, keeping one eye occluded to "save it for later", to name but two.\n\nLimiting UV exposure, as CluelessOne has already mentioned, can do no harm and may reduce the rate of damage.  Good nutrition, again, may come into the same category, with particular emphasis on dark green vegetables (broccoli, Kale  etc.) for their eye-related antoxidants.\n\nUK Optometrist.
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A friend of mine had surgery on his lazy eye and it was  quite an improvement.  You wouldn't even now that he had had one if he didn't point it out to you.\nGood Luck
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its safe and easy. if it fails, it can be redone with no problems.  do it when you are 25 years of age or older to insure that your vision wont worsen and is stable.
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Astigmatism of 6D (diopters - you were close) or greater is considered severe. Did your doctor discuss the rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses with you, as an alternative to the disposables? \n\nYour best course of action is to discuss this with your eye care professional, and determine if you really -do- have keratoconus.  If so, there are many resources for learning about the condition, and keeping informed about available treatments.  You could start at http://www.nkcf.org/ , the National Keratoconus Foundation website.  Read the FAQ's, join a support group.. Hopefully, being more informed will ease your mind a little.
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Store-bought reading glasses (also called "readers" or "half glasses") can provide an immediate and inexpensive solution, but eye care specialists may not recommend them for several reasons: \n\nBlurred vision cannot always be traced to presbyopia and could signal a more serious eye-health problem, so it's best to get a thorough examination from an eye care professional to rule out other causes. \n\nMost people need a different prescription for each eye, but both lenses are the same in store-bought reading glasses.\n\nThe optical center of off-the-rack reading glasses may not correspond to the distance between your eyes.\n\nStore-bought reading glasses do not correct for astigmatism, a common vision problem.
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Most people have some degree of astigmatism.
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I have sucessful treated this on several occasions for my chidren w/o an antibiotic. Wash hands, peel  chunk of cucumber and grate.  Put grated cucumber in a large sterile gauze pad.  Squeeze a few drops of cucumber juice directly into the eye.  Use fresh cucumber and gauze each time.
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I have a astigmatism in one eye.  I notice that it blurs my vision sometimes.   Read the article from webmd.  its a medical site it will help you on quest to get your information you seek. \n\nWhat Is Astigmatism? \nAstigmatism is a common eye condition that's easily corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses or surgery. \n\nAstigmatism is characterized by an irregular curvature of the cornea. This type of disorder is also known as a refractive error. Astigmatism occurs in nearly everybody to some degree. For significant curvature, treatment is required. \n\nA person's eye is naturally spherical in shape. Under normal circumstances, when light enters the eye, it refracts evenly, creating a clear view of the object. However, the eye of a person with astigmatism is shaped more like a football or the back of a spoon. For this person, when light enters the eye it is refracted more in one direction than the other, allowing only part of the object to be in focus at one time. Objects at any distance can appear blurry and wavy. \n\nWhat Causes Astigmatism? \n\n Astigmatism can be hereditary and is often present at birth. It can also result from pressure from the eyelids on the cornea, incorrect posture or an increased use of the eyes for close work
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Hi MakeEver\n\nHere is a testimonial and an idea on how to heal the issue.\n\nGlaucoma Disappears: I have a friend who had had eight major surgeries. She lived in constant pain, very seldom was she able to go places and her physician had told her their was nothing more they could do. \n\nShe went on Dr. Christopher's Three Day Cleanse and Mucusless Diet. She started on herbs to cleanse the colon,the blood Cayenne, Calc tea, Yucca AR, Herbal Eyebright, etc. In a matter of about three weeks, her pain was gone. She was able to start living again. In about 3 or 4 months her arthritis left her. \n\nShe had had glaucoma for 13 years. Her glaucoma medicine was making her ill, so she went to her eye specialist. He tested her and said there is not even a trace of glaucoma left. There is virtually no cure for glaucoma, how did you do it. Her reply was thru herbs and diet. She was told whatever it is, don't stop it. He took her off her glaucoma medication, and a special pair of glasses. She now tells me her eyes have improved so much that she can now watch TV without glasses, which she never before had done. She started on this program less than a year ago. Her dark brown eyes are now turning green. She has a ways yet to go, but she is really living again. She is a composer and this past holiday season, had a Christmas Album published. \n\n\nBest of health to both of you\n\nCheers
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Astigmatism is a mild and easily treatable imperfection in the curvature of your eye. The condition can cause blurred vision.\n\nAstigmatism occurs when the front surface of your eye or the lens, inside your eye, has a slightly different surface curvature in one direction from the other. Instead of being even and smooth in all directions, the surface may have some areas that are flatter or steeper. \n\nAstigmatism blurs your vision at all distances. Astigmatism may occur in combination with nearsightedness or farsightedness. The condition tends to remain constant, neither improving nor deteriorating much over time.\n\nAstigmatism is common and affects most people to some degree. Often it's not pronounced enough to require corrective action. Treatments include corrective lenses and surgery.
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Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It is caused by unequal curvature (irregularly shape) of either the lens or cornea in the eye.  This prevents the light rays from focusing clearly at single point on the retina, resulting in blurred vision.  The word comes from the Greek prefix a-, meaning not and  stigmat-, meaning point.
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I also had the surgery about 6 years ago now, so I imagine that technology has greatly improved since then. I really didn't experience any pain with the procedure, but it was a little weird. It worked great and is still working. Usually they tell you you can't do certain things for like a month afterwards while your eye heals up completely, but I suppose it depends on what type of surgery you are getting (they have different kinds now.) I'd say go for it. It's great not to have to wear glasses or contacts.