As we age, it’s normal for certain parts of the body to change — and that includes our vision. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and notice that reading small print or looking at your phone up close has become harder, you may be experiencing presbyopia.
What Causes Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a natural age-related condition where the lens inside the eye becomes less flexible, making it harder to focus on close objects. You might notice yourself:
You might notice yourself:
- Holding reading material farther away
- Experiencing eye strain or headaches
- Struggling to read in dim lighting
- Needing brighter light for near work
This condition develops gradually and affects over 1.8 billion people worldwide.