“Can astigmatism be cured?”
I am a 26 year old male and I was diagnosed with astigmatism. Can astigmatism be cured?
5 Answers
Astigmatism is corrected with glasses or contact lenses.
Yes. See an ophthalmologist who performs LASIK or who is a corneal surgeon.
Roger Ohanesian MD
Roger Ohanesian MD
Astigmatism is a kind of focusing problem. It is treated with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. People with progressive astigmatism sometimes have a disorder called keratoconus which frequently requires treatment beyong glasse or, contacts. LASIK is not used to treat keratoconus.
You shoulod consult with an ophthalmologist if glasses are not meeting your needs.
An ophthalmologist is a medical or osteopathic doctor who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists complete 12 to 13 years of training and education, and are licensed to practice medicine and surgery.
see https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/what-is-ophthalmologist
You shoulod consult with an ophthalmologist if glasses are not meeting your needs.
An ophthalmologist is a medical or osteopathic doctor who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists complete 12 to 13 years of training and education, and are licensed to practice medicine and surgery.
see https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/what-is-ophthalmologist
Not cured but corrected by glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery
Only with Laser eye Surgery, such as LASIK or PRK
