How to treat astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common vision problem caused by irregular shapes of the cornea or lens that prevent light from focusing on the retina, resulting in blurred or distorted vision. In the past 10 days, there has been a lot of discussion on astigmatism treatment across the Internet, especially topics such as non-surgical treatments, corrective lens selection, and daily eye care methods. This article will combine recent popular content with a structured analysis of the treatment methods and precautions for astigmatism.
1. Causes and symptoms of astigmatism

Astigmatism is usually related to congenital factors or acquired eye habits. The main symptoms include:
| symptom | describe |
|---|---|
| Blurred vision | Objects near and far may appear blurred |
| eyestrain | Eyes may get tired easily after prolonged use |
| Headache | Related to visual fatigue |
| Decreased night vision | Symptoms worsen when there is insufficient light |
2. Treatment methods for astigmatism
According to recent hot discussions, astigmatism treatment is mainly divided into the following three categories:
1. Optical correction
| method | Applicable people | Advantages and Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| glasses | Mild to moderate astigmatism | Economical and safe, but may affect aesthetics |
| contact lenses | Moderate to high astigmatism | The view is more natural, but care needs to be taken to clean it |
| Rigid contact lenses (RGP) | High astigmatism | The correction effect is good, but the adaptation period is long |
2. Surgical treatment
| Surgery type | principle | recovery period |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Surgery (LASIK) | Cutting the cornea to change its curvature | 1-2 weeks |
| Total femtosecond surgery (SMILE) | Flapless minimally invasive correction | 3-7 days |
| ICL lens implantation | Implantation of intraocular lens | 1 month |
3. Daily care and training
Among the recent hot topics, non-surgical methods such as eye care exercises and dietary conditioning have attracted much attention:
3. Popular questions and answers about astigmatism treatment
According to search data in the past 10 days, the following questions are the most discussed:
| question | Expert advice |
|---|---|
| Can astigmatism heal on its own? | Congenital astigmatism cannot heal itself and needs to be corrected; some pseudo-astigmatism can be alleviated through eye protection |
| Does astigmatism in children need treatment? | If it affects vision development, timely intervention with glasses is required |
| Will astigmatism recur after surgery? | The probability is low, but you need to avoid excessive use of your eyes |
4. Summary
There are various treatment methods for astigmatism, and the choice needs to be based on individual circumstances. Non-surgical therapies (such as eye care exercises) that have become popular recently can be used as auxiliary means, but severe astigmatism still requires professional correction. It is recommended to check your eyesight regularly, use your eyes scientifically, and avoid blindly trying folk remedies.
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