In presbyopia, the lens thickens and loses its flexibility, and the
eye cannot focus on a near object. Light entering the eye is focused (focal
point) behind the retina instead of on the retina. This causes blurred vision.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Christopher J. Rudnisky, MD, MPH, FRCSC - Ophthalmology |
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Last Revised
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June 13, 2011 |