Opthamology
What is Astigmation?
Astigmation:
Astigmation is a common problem caused by an irregularly shaped cornea that prevents light from focusing properly on the retina, the light-sensitive surface at the back of the eye.Blurred or distorted vision at any distance is the most common symptom of astigmation. People with astigmatism may also have eye strain, headaches, squinting to try to see clearly, or eye discomfort.
Frequent symptoms:
- Blurred vision
- Double vision
- Eye strain
- Headaches
- Low night vision
- Excessive squinting
- Eye pain
- Dry eyes
- Itching or burning eyes
- Squinting
- Headaches, especially around your eyes an forehead
- Blurred or doubled vision
- Poor concentration
- Eye twitching
- Photo-phobia (light sensitivity)