Q. What is Astigmatism?
A. Astigmatism is a common eye condition that causes blurry vision, due to an imperfection where the eye isn’t completely round. Ideally, a perfectly round eyeball should distribute light evenly throughout your cornea for clear vision. If your eye is shaped more like an egg, the light entering your eye will bend more in one direction. An eye with a bend will cause you to see only part of an object in focus, or things at a distance will appear blurry. Astigmatism is often accompanied by nearsightedness or farsightedness. If you’re having trouble seeing clearly or focusing, arrange an eye exam.