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Astigmatism is an eye ailment whose effect is blurred vision. It is caused by the non-symmetry between the shape of the cornea and the lens of the eye. The cornea is in an oblong shape resulting in loss of vision. In astigmatism, there is a difference in curvature in the various medians of they eye.

Based on myopia and hyperopia, there are five types of astigmatism. Simple myopic astigmatism is where one meridian is nearsighted while the other is free of any ailments. The second is compound myopic astigmatism, where one meridian is nearsighted and the other shares the same symptom but on a much broader scale. Simple hyperopic astigmatism is where one meridian is hyperopic while the other is cleared of farsightedness and nearsightedness. Compound hyperopic astigmatism deals with both meridians that are farsighted with one meridian having a worse case compared to the other. The last condition is mixed astigmatism, where one meridian is nearsighted while the other is farsighted. Treatment of astigmatism through contact lenses is now available these days. They lens that is referred to treat astigmatism are called “Toric” contacts. They are made from same material as regular contact lenses; so they can be either soft or regular gas permeable. The two-tiered treatments of toric lenses are to deal with astigmatism and either myopia or hyperopia. It has a mechanism that has a stabilizing effect when the user blinks or loooks around.

Before purchasing astigmatism contact lens, better consult your eye doctor for fitting and prescription. The doctor for the patient’s astigmatic concerns may employ a high-powered spherical soft lens. The result of this technique is unique from one patient to the next so that is why the fitting process may take some trial and error by both patient and doctor.

There are many brands of astigmatism contact lens available in the market. Better have your eye check with a doctor so he or she can recommend a good brand for you. Toric contact lenses are available as frequent replacements, disposable and even daily disposables.

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