13.8.2
Astigmatism
Malawi Standard Treatment Guidelines, 6th Edition, 2023. Chapter 13, Ophthalmic Conditions.
Clinical Description
Imperfection in the curvature of the refractive surfaces of the eye.
Signs and Symptoms
- Blurry vision or areas of distorted vision, eyestrain, headache (usually temporal), squinting to try to see clearly, eye discomfort and diplopia.
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