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Astigmatism : Causes

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Causes could include:
  • No known cause

Causes Overview Articles

Astigmatism
The cause of astigmatism is unknown. It is usually present from birth, and often occurs together with nearsightedness or farsightedness.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 28, 2008
Astigmatism
The main symptom of astigmatism is blurring. People can also experience headaches and eyestrain.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Astigmatism
The main symptom of astigmatism is blurred vision. Patients may also experience headaches and eyestrain.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Astigmatism
The standard eye examination with a refraction test, given by an optometrist or opthalmologist, is.Astigmatism can be treated by the use of cylindrical lenses. The lenses are shaped to counteract the shape of the sections of the cornea that are ca...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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