Eye Concerns

Whenever ordinary glasses or contact lenses don't produce clear vision, you are considered to have low vision.

What are the causes?

The most common cause for low vision is macular degeneration, a disease of the optic nerve. However, there are a wide variety of other causes, including

• Birth defects
• Inherited diseases
• Injuries
• Diabetes
• Glaucoma
• Cataract
• Aging

 

How can it be corrected?

Currently, low vision cannot be corrected. However, there are a wide array of devices to help people with low vision, including large print reading materials, high-contrast watches, and machines that talk. Magnifying devices that facilitate daily activities are also available.