Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a very common visual defect in which the cornea or the lens has an irregular curvature, which causes the image not to focus uniformly on the retina.
Common symptoms: blurred or distorted vision up close and far away, eye strain, headache, and difficulty seeing outlines clearly.
How it is detected: it is identified through an eye exam, so periodic ophthalmologic exams help recognize it.
Which specialist assesses it? The ophthalmologist is the right professional to examine it, and the optometrist takes part in measuring the prescription. If you notice that your vision is blurry or you have trouble focusing, it is advisable to schedule an evaluation with a vision health professional.
Data on 977 doctors who treat astigmatism
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Doctors specialized in astigmatism
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dr. Edgar Arturo Mercado Peña
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Joern Walter Fritz Kauffmann
Frequently asked questions
What is astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a very common visual defect in which the cornea or the lens has an irregular curvature, which causes the image not to focus uniformly on the retina.
Which doctor treats astigmatism?
Astigmatism is usually treated by specialists in allergist, angiologist, audiologist, cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, general surgeon, dermatologist, diabetologist, endoscopist, physiotherapist, gastroenterologist, geneticist, gynecologist, hematologist, clinical analyst, occupational medicine specialist, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, neurologist, ophthalmologist, optometrist.