presbyopia

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Noun — A condition, caused by ageing, in which the eye becomes unable to focus clearly on nearby objects.

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Presbyopia is a clinical term used mainly in medical and optical contexts.

Etymology

Presbyopia comes from New Latin, built from the Ancient Greek word for an old man combined with a Greek-derived ending meaning a problem with vision, which itself traces back to the Greek word for eye.

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Frequently asked questions

What is presbyopia?

Presbyopia is the age-related loss of the eye's ability to focus on things that are close up.

What causes presbyopia?

It is caused by ageing, which gradually affects how well the eye can focus on nearby objects.

Does presbyopia mean the same as short-sightedness?

No, presbyopia affects near vision with age, and is a different condition from short-sightedness.

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