Treatment of astigmatism in adults in the home, drops, lenses, exercise, laser. The cost of the operation, the results of

Contrary to the opinion that the astigmatism in adults - the result of the natural aging of the organs of vision, opticians strongly recommend that people with this disease to consult specialists for the purpose treatment.

It may involve medication, surgery, and the use of folk remedies. Understanding what is astigmatism, and because of what it occurs, will help the person to prevent the emergence of such a dysfunction of the eye.

What is astigmatism

Treatment of astigmatism in adults should begin with the understanding of the disease itself. Such disorders generally considered lack of focus on one or both of organs. This is due to the change in shape of the lens and cornea. When medical examination doctors discover a violation of their sphericity and integrity.

As a result of the presence of the refractive power, the image perceived by the eye is distorted. For example, part of the object is focused on the retina itself, and some - for or in front of it. In such circumstances, one sees a blurred image with a small number of "clear" items.

For convenience, appropriate treatment, the specialists decided to classify astigmatism into three levels.

Depending on the stage of the disease varies and the quality itself of the person:

The degree of astigmatism, identified in adults	At the level of the existing pathology
The first (weak)	to 3 dioptres
The second (middle)	3 to 6 diopters
The third (high)	more than 6 diopters

Most simply correct the situation at an early stage of development of organ dysfunction. In such circumstances, you may need the simplest exercises to strengthen the eye and receiving complex preparations.

kinds of astigmatism

Astigmatism in adults also has a number of varieties. Doctors usually prescribe generated based on a complex analysis medical history and concomitant changes in health status of the patient.

The types of astigmatism include:

1. Congenital. In this type of pathology of vision in humans is usually hovers around 0.5 diopters. He is considered "functional" and, according to eye doctors, has no impact on the actual changes in visual perception through the eyes of the image. In case of index equal to more than 1 diopter, the patient is required than when ASAP vision correction. Delay, you can "run" astigmatism affect which later will be much harder.
2. Acquired. As the name suggests, the logical assumption would be that this type of pathology is usually "earned" over time. It is a mistake to believe that only people aged likely to develop Acquired astigmatism. It occurs because of scarring on the cornea of ​​the eye. The reasons for them may be different: a serious eye injury; surgery; "Inveterate" eye damage.

In addition, in its manifestation, the relationship and related diseases of the eye, astigmatism is:

View	Description
simple hyperopic	the presence of hyperopia only major meridians
sophisticated hyperopic	the presence of far-sightedness in all meridians
simple myopic	the presence of short-sightedness in the main meridian
compound myopic	the presence of myopia in all meridians
Mixed	combination of myopia and hyperopia in different meridians

Determine what type of astigmatism is the place to be in a particular case, without special knowledge and skills possible. That is why doctors do not prescribe to clarify all the circumstances of the disease.

Causes of

Knowing what circumstances can provoke occurrence of astigmatism, you can try to keep their eyes to the "original form." This can be done by avoiding potentially dangerous circumstances.

Among the causes of the disease in question authorities of note:

• current or recently transferred inflammatory diseases of the cornea (the most common - conjunctivitis and blepharitis);
  
• hereditary pathology structure of eyes (in most cases they are diagnosed within the first year of life and persist into old age);
• formation of scars on the eye cornea, in consequence undergone surgery;
• malocclusion, deviation in the arrangement of teeth and the formation of the jaw (because of the close interconnection of all systems of the body, is for doctors commonplace, if there is no possibility to close the teeth for physiological reasons, a person has an average eyesight to deteriorate rapidly with age);
• negative impact on the system only lays the organs of vision during the human being in the womb (the formation of the eyeball occurs in about 3-5 weeks of gestation).

Provoke a breach of the integrity of the eye is quite simple, so true to one's own Health should be very carefully and when it detects astigmatism symptoms, immediately contact to the doctor.

characteristic symptoms

To avoid complications, or the formation of "an advanced stage" of astigmatism, it is useful to understand what the symptoms are characteristic of this disease.

Aside from the obvious sharp deterioration of view, signals for immediate examination of organs of vision should be:

• excessive fatigue the eye muscles;
• burning;
• dry mucous membranes;
• frequent headaches (typically arise due to circulatory disturbances and overvoltages ocular muscles);
• periodic watering;
• sudden occurrence of bifurcation in the eyes seeing the object at different distances;
• missing image pickup definition (especially at long sight focusing);
• ocular redness protein (not only at night but also immediately after awakening);
• a sharp pain in his eyes.

In addition to the above symptoms in the early stages of astigmatism can be observed excessive drowsiness, apathy, and the prolonged absence of mood.

The emotional component in this case is caused by physical changes in the body and attempts to resist them. As a result of the demolition of health, he loses a large amount of energy, which affects the patient's health.

diagnostics Features

Treatment of astigmatism in adults in the walls of the medical institution always starts with a competent diagnosis. Its feature is that it is not limited to examination of the patient by an ophthalmologist, and involves a list of surveys of the body systems.

These include:

• visometry (study of the actual definition of perception of the image);
• biomicroscopy (examination bodies structure view);
• ultrasound examination of the fundus;
• Oftalmometres (evaluation of curvature of the cornea);
• checking intraocular pressure;
• autorefractometry (refraction research);
• taking a "shadow tests" (skiascopy);
• examination by an ophthalmologist.

Only the results of all examinations passed by doctors exposed the diagnosis and builds further scheme for treating a patient.

possible complications

In long-term neglect of the symptoms of astigmatism, the patient may experience complications. Such circumstances do not only require additional treatments, but also adversely affect the well-being of man and the sharpness of his vision, in particular.

The consequences of a prolonged lack of treatment include:

• amblyopia (Rearrangement eye not only fibers but also brain cells - neurons);
  
• various types of squint (Friendly or paralytic);
• unintended reactions of the organism for an operation to remove pathology.

It is important to understand that in most cases the presence of complications is the incomplete correction of astigmatism. In this case, in the future, the patient should be prepared for a recurrence and the need for re-treatment.

therapies

Treatment of astigmatism in adults may have a different orientation. It may require immediate surgical intervention, and may involve the wearing of lenses, correction of diet and intake of drugs. According to qualified doctors, eye pathology considered amenable to its complete elimination only by means of the operation.

However, before the appointment of such a serious step as to lie on the operating table, ophthalmologists prefer to try everything, even the most conservative method.

Such therapy becomes possible only if there is time left in the patient. When sudden and significant changes in the functioning of the eyes, the sole purpose of professionals is immediate consultation with a surgeon about the preparation for the emergency operation.

Contact lenses. The choice of lenses, the cost of

Contact lenses - one of the simplest methods of restoration of normal functioning of organs of vision. For the treatment of astigmatism of the lens used with the toric surface. They may slightly correct the shape of the lens and cornea.

"The strengths of" this method of correction of astigmatism is considered:

• opportunity to correct even the most "running" stage of the disease;
• preserving the real field of view of the perception of the image the retina;
• the ability to immediately adjust in both eyes;
• minimal presence of prismatic effect.

Despite the advantages, contact lenses of this type are not without drawbacks.

Among the most important of them are:

• appearance of inflammatory diseases (due to improper storage, individual response of the organism, etc.);
• worsening secondary diseases provoked astigmatism (e.g. nearsightedness or farsightedness);
• the actual change in the shape of the corneal shell, often leads to errors in the selection methods of astigmatism treatment thereafter;
• formation of significant changes in the shape and structure of organs (in most cases this It becomes a pretext for refusing surgeons to conduct operations to adjust the view of a particular patient).

When selecting contact lenses, you must first pass a comprehensive examination in the cabin, where the planned acquisition. This is due to the fact that such correction methods are selected taking into account the individual characteristics of the structure of the eye, the face and the characteristic features of most diseases. Make appropriate diagnosis, attending physician optics salon will advise the most suitable option.

The average cost of high-quality lenses for correcting astigmatism - 3 - 4000 rubles. Savings in this case is not suitable, since in most cases the price of the lenses due to quality used in production of the material, as well as their Compliance specialists.

Food. Allowed and forbidden foods diet principles

Treatment of astigmatism in adults requires lifestyle changes, including diet adjustments. This is not about compliance with strict diets. In most cases the severe restrictions in the diet not only has a positive effect on human health, but also can greatly undermine it.

To minimize the risk of "rebound effect", the patient should avoid foods astigmatism, which is composed of:

• fried ingredients;
• fatty meats, cheeses;
• a large amount of hot spices;
• much salt or sugar;
• Wheat flour;
• preservatives.

Abandoned in such a situation, it is also worth from:

• alcoholic beverages;
• smoking;
• semi-finished products.

To strengthen the muscles of the patient visual advisable to include in the diet of its power:

• nuts;
• carrot;
• beet;
• pepper;
• cabbage;
• citrus fruit;
• apples;
• bananas;
• berries of all sorts and made from them compote or fruit drinks;
• dairy products (kefir, cheese and so on);
• fish stew (preferably white);
• meat is low-fat varieties (beef, veal, chicken);
• spinach;
• dill;
• parsley.

According to the recommendations of doctors, the daily amount of food should be divided into 4-5 meals at intervals of not less than 3 hours. It is extremely important to monitor the amount of water you drink. It should be at least 1.5-2 liters per 24 hours.

Pharmacy drugs. Names of medication scheme

In astigmatism early stage there is a chance to correct the situation medication.

Most ophthalmologists often prescribed to patients with this disease:

drug	The dosage regimen and description
"Albucidum"	Eye drops with main active component of sodium sulfacetamide. It is usually prescribed to eliminate the infectious eye lesions. According to the instruction, to bury the considered drug must be under the eyelid 1-2 drops 5-6 p / day, depending on the orientation treatment. For the duration of the course taking this pharmaceutical product shall not exceed 28 days, with a visible improvement already observed after 10 - 12 days.
"Taufon"	The main component of this drug is taurine. It is particularly effective when degeneration of the retina and cataracts, and injuries of the visual organs. Usually considered a means appointed for instillation in the eyes of 1-2 drops 3-4 p / day for 2-3 months. After such a course needed a break and then resuming treatment.
"Kvinaks"	The base component of this Metaboliki - sodium polysulfonates. Doctors recommend to use it when necessary to normalize metabolic processes in the lens. It is not prohibited to prolonged use. The daily dose usually does not exceed 3-4 instillation of 1-2 drops.

Despite the mildness of such drugs, in their indiscriminate use may adversely affect the mucous eye condition (most often dry up).

Surgery. Indications for surgery, preparation and carrying out, the cost of

Despite the fact that the operation - one of the most effective methods to combat astigmatism, without reading its purpose is impossible.

The reasons for surgical intervention could be:

• low efficiency to adjust the astigmatism conservative methods or lack thereof;
• rapid deterioration of the patient and the transition of this disease in its severe form.

The operation itself is a phase-adjustment process of injured lenses.

This can occur in several ways:

• cauterization using a heated metal needle (termokeratokoagulyatsiya) - average price - 15-20 thousand rubles per 1 eye;
• using a laser (laser photocoagulation) - mean value - 18 - 22 thousand rubza 1 eye;
• by dissection of the cornea (keratotomy) - 20 thousand rub one eye;
• filling the voids of the cornea of ​​the eye (laser surgery) - 22-25 thousand rubles per 1glaz.

Depending on the type of surgery the doctor will warn the patient about the need for special training for it. Usually, it is meant delivery of blood and urine tests, ultrasound, and other narrow study of human health.

Physiotherapy. A set of exercises

Physiotherapy least often administered by ophthalmologists for correcting astigmatism.

A set of exercises is simple and does not require a lot of time to carry it out:

The exercise	Description of technology
"Spin"	Eyes wide open, you must turn in circles clockwise and counter-clockwise. Then draw a horizontal and vertical lines. At the final stage - to bring to the nose. This exercise requires at least 1 minute.
"Point"	Raise your gaze upward, pulling the maximum with the eye muscles. Save the resulting position for 10-15 seconds. Relax, then repeat the exercise, sending a look one by one down, right and left.
"Claps speed"	As fast as possible for 20 seconds to blink, then much squinting. Fix the position for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise.

Such exercises will result only if their daily performance.

Folk remedies. Recipes and receive circuit

In the initial stage of astigmatism correction are popular national methods of combating the disease.

Among them:

1. blueberry compote. In 1 liter of boiling water add 1 tbsp. fresh blueberries. Mix well and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes. Sugar can be added on request. After this time, remove the compote from the heat and cool. Restrictions on the daily number of decision-drink there.
2. Infusion of grape seed. 2 tbsp. l. seed mixed with 200 ml of boiling water. Cover and let stand for 2-3 hours in a dark place. Taken orally for 2 tablespoons. l. R 3 / d.
3. Infusion of eyebright. 3 tbsp. l. dry grass add to ½ L of boiling water. Withstand simmered for 2-3 minutes, after which seize and let stand for 3 hours. take pre-strained infusion of ½ st. 2-3 p / d for 1.5 - 2 weeks.

In the fight against diseases of visual organs, the use of folk methods will result in the longer term than will prove to be effective medication. However, a much more natural means for the body sparing. This minimizes the risk of rendering them a negative impact on overall health.

The prognosis for astigmatism

With proper treatment of astigmatism, the development process can significantly slow down. However, ignoring the symptoms of the disease, the patient can get a squint, the quality decreased vision or even a loss. To prevent such consequences it is necessary to observe basic preventive measures.

These include:

• respect for the visual organs;
• uniform distribution of the load on the eye during the day;
• Implementation of a complex of exercises designed to strengthen the relevant muscles;
• timely treatment of inflammatory and infectious diseases of the eye.

Despite the wide variety of treatment options for astigmatism, doctors do not recommend adults take anything in its sole discretion. Spotting authorities require careful handling and competent selection of the normalization method of their operation.

Author of the article: Maria Mikhailova

Registration of the article: Lozinski Oleg

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