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Presbyopia

Presbyopia is the loss of clear near vision that follows the lens of the eye becoming less flexible with age, and it usually begins after the age of 40. It is managed with reading glasses or corrected with intraocular lens treatment.

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Presbyopia

What is Presbyopia?

Presbyopia, also known as age-related loss of near vision, is an eye condition that occurs as a result of the lens of the eye losing its flexibility with age and making it difficult to see close up. Presbyopia disease usually begins to be seen after the 40s.

Why Does Presbyopia Occur?

The lens in the eye hardens and loses its flexibility over time, making it difficult to focus on close objects, leading to presbyopia. Aging is the most common cause of presbyopia. The lens of the eye is constantly renewed from birth and this renewal process slows down with age.

The proteins in the structure of the lens harden and lose their flexibility over time. This makes it difficult for the lens to take the necessary shape to focus on close objects. Some health problems such as diabetes, hypertension, some rheumatic diseases and cataracts can also accelerate the occurrence of presbyopia.

What Are the Symptoms of Presbyopia?

Presbyopia is an age-related eye disorder. As the lens of the eye loses its elasticity and changes its shape over time, the ability to focus on close objects weakens. Especially this condition is seen in many people after their 40s and can cause various problems in daily life.

Symptoms of presbyopia progress over time and appear in both eyes. The more severe the symptoms, the more problems in daily life. The most common symptoms of presbyopia are.

  • Difficulty in activities that require close vision, such as reading books, newspapers, writing messages on the phone or sewing.
  • Feeling of fatigue, itching, stinging and pain in the eyes, especially after close work.
  • Being forced to see close up can cause tension in the eye muscles and headache.
  • Burning and watery eyes, especially when reading or using a computer.
  • The need to move the text at arm's length to read a book or use the telephone.
  • Difficulty seeing close objects clearly without adequate lighting.

Blurred near vision in presbyopia

How is Presbyopia Diagnosed?

Presbyopia can be diagnosed with a comprehensive eye examination. Your ophthalmologist can use the following tests to diagnose presbyopia.

  • A visual acuity test requires you to read letters and pictures at far and near distances.
  • The refractive error test is used to determine the presence of other visual impairments such as myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism.
  • The near vision test assesses how clearly you can see objects at close range.

Your ophthalmologist may perform special tests to assess how well your eye muscles focus and adapt. Your doctor may also use a slit lamp to assess the overall health of your eyes. It can help them check for the presence of other eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. If you are diagnosed with presbyopia, your doctor will offer you various treatment options.

Presbyopia Treatment

Several options are available for the treatment of presbyopia to manage symptoms and improve vision quality. The use of glasses is the most common treatment for presbyopia. Near reading glasses make it easier to focus at close distances.

Multifocal glasses can correct both near and distance vision. Contact lenses specially designed to correct presbyopia are also available. Bifocal or multifocal contact lenses can provide focusing at different distances, as with spectacles. Intraocular lenses can be bifocal and trifocal. Monofocal lenses focus on a single distance, while bifocal and trifocal lenses can focus on multiple distances. The most appropriate method of treating presbyopia depends on the individual needs and lifestyle of the patient. Your doctor will determine the most appropriate treatment by discussing the pros and cons of each treatment option and performing an eye examination of the patient.

How Much Is Presbyopia Treatment Price?

Presbyopia treatment price varies depending on the underlying cause and the operation to be performed. The treatment plan to be created by our specialist ophthalmologist depending on the detailed examination results may vary from person to person.

Read our article with the list of intraocular lens surgery 2026 prices.

Understanding your prescription

At the end of your eye test you are given a prescription, usually valid for two years. Its numbers and abbreviations describe the condition of your eyes and the correction you need. Tap a term and its column lights up in the table.

Sphere (SPH)

The main correction for short- or long-sightedness. A minus (−) means you struggle to see far away, a plus (+) means you struggle up close. The larger the number, the stronger the prescription.

Sample prescription

SPHCYLAXISADDPRISMRight eye (OD)−0.25−0.2512+2.00-Left eye (OS)+0.25−0.7520+2.00-

Lens typeHow it worksWho it suitsAdvantagesConsiderations
MonofocalFocuses at a single distance, usually far.Cataract patients who do not mind keeping reading glasses.
  • Sharpest distance vision
  • Least night-time glare
  • Most affordable
  • Reading glasses still needed
  • Limited intermediate vision
Monofocal ToricA monofocal lens that also corrects astigmatism.Cataract patients with significant astigmatism.
  • Corrects astigmatism in one go
  • Sharp distance vision
  • Reading glasses still needed
  • Precise positioning required
Trifocal (Multifocal)Three focal points: far, intermediate and near.Those who want to be free of glasses and do little night driving.
  • Glasses-free at every distance
  • No reading glasses
  • Halos around lights at night, first 6 months
  • Needs adaptation time
Trifocal (Multifocal) ToricA trifocal (multifocal) lens that also corrects astigmatism.Those with astigmatism who want to live without glasses.
  • Glasses-free at every distance, astigmatism included
  • Complete solution in one operation
  • Halos around lights at night, first 6 months
  • Extra charge for the astigmatism correction
EDOFExtends the depth of focus: continuous clear vision from far to intermediate. Near focus sits about 10 cm further out than a trifocal (multifocal): around 40 cm instead of 30 cm.Recommended if you have had laser surgery before, want very sharp distance vision, or drive at night for long stretches.
  • Very sharp far and intermediate
  • Fewer halos than trifocal (multifocal)
  • Phone and computer without glasses
  • Reading glasses may be needed for very small print

Why choose Kudret Eye İstanbul for your procedure?

Over 24 years in eye care: three eye hospitals and a general hospital, a team of specialist surgeons and technology renewed every year.

  • Over 24 years of experience

    Hundreds of thousands of successful operations and a name trusted across generations.

  • The latest technology

    World-leading equipment for SMILE PRO, iLASIK and trifocal lenses.

  • Specialist surgeons

    Every treatment is performed by a surgeon who specialises in it.

  • Lifetime aftercare

    Follow-up checks and, if ever needed, enhancement are our responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age does presbyopia begin?
Presbyopia usually starts around the age of 40 and may worsen with advancing age.
How to recognize presbyopia?
Failure to see objects clearly at close range, the need to squint while reading and headaches are symptoms of presbyopia.
Can presbyopia be treated?
Yes, presbyopia can be treated. Glasses, contact lenses or multifocal lens method can be treated.
What is the most effective treatment for presbyopia?
Glasses are the most common solution. After the age of forty we usually recommend an intraocular lens (multifocal or trifocal) to restore near vision. Laser methods such as Presbyond are also available, but because the prescription is quite likely to return within a few years, a lens is generally preferred at this age. The examination decides which option suits you.
What is the role of glasses in the treatment of presbyopia?
Glasses are the most common and simple method of presbyopia treatment. Glasses, which are especially suitable for people who have difficulty seeing close distances, provide clear vision.
Why does presbyopia occur?
Presbyopia occurs when the lens of the eye loses its flexibility. As we age, the lens acquires a hardness that makes it difficult to focus clearly at close distances.

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  1. 1.What Is Presbyopia? · AAO
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  3. 3.Presbyopia Treatment · EyeWiki (AAO)

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