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accommodative dysfunction
An eye focusing problem that is unrelated to changes in the lens of the eye due to aging.
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amblyopia
Also known as lazy eye, the loss or lack of development of clear vision in just one eye not due to eye health problems. Eyeglasses or contact lenses can't fully correct the reduced vision caused by lazy eye.
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astigmatism
A vision condition that causes blurred vision due either to the irregular shape of the cornea (the clear front cover of the eye) or sometimes the curvature of the lens inside the eye.
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blepharitis
An inflammation of the eyelids and eyelashes causing red, irritated, itchy eyelids and dandruff-like scales on eyelashes.
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cataract
A cloudy or opaque area in the normally clear lens of the eye located behind the iris.
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chalazion
A slowly developing lump that forms due to blockage and swelling of an oil gland in the eyelid.
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color vision deficiency
A group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer use.
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computer vision syndrome
A group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer use.
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conjunctivitis
A swelling or inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye. Causes may or may not be infectious.
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convergence insufficiency
An eye coordination problem in which the eyes drift outward when reading or doing close work.
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