Reading is becoming difficult, you think you need reading glasses, you are simply becoming presbyopic. Don't worry, you're not alone! 1 in 4 people are in your situation.
What is presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a loss of near vision that appears from the age of 40. As the visual organs (the lens and ciliary muscles) age, they harden, and the focusing effect on near objects becomes increasingly difficult.
Here's how to tell if you're presbyopic and need reading glasses:
You're over 40
Presbyopia is the visual problem that appears around 40-45 years of age. It progresses until 65-70 years of age before finally stabilizing. This loss of vision evolves regularly, which is why it is necessary to see an ophthalmologist every 2 to 3 years.
Your arms are too short
Initially, by moving your work further away and with good lighting, you manage. And the more your presbyopia increases, the further you will move your books, documents, and newspapers from your eyes... until your arms become too short!
You fall asleep while reading
Whether at work or at home, your eyelids become heavy, you feel like dozing off after reading or spending time on your computer. Another sign of the onset of presbyopia. Unconsciously, your eyes focus on your text, and all other parts of the eye work hard to compensate and allow clear vision.
You often have headaches
Visual fatigue related to presbyopia can cause headaches. After long reading or computer work, you experience headaches. Don't hesitate to ask your optician or doctor if reading glasses can relieve you.
You reduce your near activities
As near vision becomes complex, presbyopes often tend to stop practicing activities that require good near vision. Do you read less and less, do you put on less makeup every morning than the day before, do you always order the same thing at the restaurant? These are all daily signs that show us the need to wear reading glasses.
You look for more light
Another symptom of presbyopia is the need for direct, bright light to focus up close. So, if you're increasingly looking for more light when reading, sewing, or doing other close-up hobbies, it could be a sign that you need vision correction for presbyopia.
You perceive halos
You feel like you're seeing beautiful colored light circles. This can be very bothersome, especially when driving. If your vision fades in a way that creates a halo effect around car headlights, streetlights, or other objects, consult your ophthalmologist.
You need reading glasses for your daily life! To simplify their maintenance, don't forget the disinfectant and cleaning wipes, as well as Varionet's anti-fog microfiber lens cloth, an essential accessory.
