Astigmatism occurs when the eye is shaped more like an oval than a sphere, which distorts the light that enters causing blurry vision. Astigmatism is fairly common, affecting about one in three ...

Blurry vision is not always a cause for concern, but it can be a sign of a detached retina, a stroke, an infection, and various other conditions that may need medical attention. Keep reading for more ...

Visual distortions can cause blurry or wavy vision and have different causes. Some visual distortions are emergencies, especially with sudden vision changes or severe symptoms. Age-related macular ...

Have you ever been watching TV or reading a book and all of a sudden had blurry vision in one eye? Maybe you closed one eye and the picture looked fuzzy or the words on the page became harder to read.

Your vision getting blurry can be scary especially if you don’t know why it is happening. However, this is one of the most common eye problems and usually, it shouldn’t be a major cause of concern. It ...

You might know that cataracts and glaucoma are two eye problems that become more common as we get older. But when it comes to glaucoma vs. cataracts, how exactly are they different, and what can you ...

Swelling in the macula (macular edema) can result from numerous conditions. Over time, untreated swelling can cause blurry vision or permanent vision loss. Your retina is the thin layer of tissue at ...

It’s possible to have presbyopia and astigmatism at the same time. Treatments such as prescription contacts or glasses and eye surgery can help correct both conditions. Astigmatism and presbyopia are ...

This story is part of a series on the current progression in Regenerative Medicine. This piece is part of a series dedicated to the eye and improvements in restoring vision. In 1999, I defined ...