When something has changed in your vision, you don’t need to know the name of the diagnosis
Vision changes may be related not only to refraction but also to the condition of the lens, retina, macula or optic nerve. Such diseases require precise diagnosis: similar vision changes can have different causes and therefore call for different treatment.
Myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and age-related focusing changes affect the ability to see clearly at certain distances. The purpose of a consultation and diagnostics is to identify the nature of the problem and understand which method of correction can be considered in your case.
Redness, dryness, irritation, watering or a foreign-body sensation can accompany many conditions. That is why a symptom is not yet a diagnosis. During the examination the doctor identifies its cause and only then decides on further treatment.
Some conditions go beyond visual acuity and require an assessment of eye position, eyelids, tear ducts or orbital structures.
