Could You Have An Eye Astigmatism?

Diagnosing Astigmatism Through An Eye Exam

An eye exam with an optometrist is the most reliable way to determine if astigmatism exists or if it is another condition. During the eye exam, the optometrist will conduct a series of tests, including asking the patient to read letters on a chart at varying distances and testing the focusing power of their eyes with a series of lenses placed in front of their eyes.

Other important tests to help diagnose astigmatism include a tool called a keratometer to measure the cornea’s curvature, as well as corneal topography to help accumulate as much information as possible about the shape of the cornea’s surface. It is important to note, hover, these tests may also indicate other conditions such as nearsightedness or farsightedness, which are not the same as astigmatism, but may appear alongside it. Once the optometrist diagnoses the issue, they will then discuss the appropriate course of treatment for this. For details, continue reading.