More BrandsEven people without any vision problems in their younger years are likely to develop presbyopia later in life. It is estimated that almost 1.7 billion around the world are affected by presbyopia and their number is expected to reach 2.1 billion by the end of the decade. However, very few people talk to their eye care practitioners about changes in eyesight that may be the result of presbyopia. This means that only a very small number of patients are aware of the corrective options, including the fact that vision correction can be achieved through contact lenses.
Presbyopia is the progressively diminishing ability of the eye to focus on near objects. It is an age-related condition attributed to the loss of elasticity of the lens and typically begins around the age of 40. According to an article on HealthNewsDigest.com, many people find dealing with presbyopia difficult, seeing it as the first sign of growing old. Research conducted last year showed that reading glasses made a large number of presbyopes feel old and they preferred to find compensatory mechanisms instead of consulting a specialist and undertaking proper vision treatment.
But reluctance to discuss the issue means that many people are bypassing the chance to benefit from numerous options to enjoy clear vision. They can choose a solution that does not negatively affect their self-perception, a prime example being multifocal contact lenses. Very few people in need of vision correction know that multifocals exists and can help presbyopes who would rather wear contact lenses than glasses to manage their condition.
