Astigmatism Treatment Service – Eye Bangkok Hospital

Astigmatism is a common refractive error caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens. Instead of focusing light into a single point on the retina, the eye forms multiple focal points, resulting in blurred or distorted vision at all distances.

At Eye Bangkok Hospital, we provide comprehensive eye examinations and personalized treatment plans using advanced diagnostic technology to restore clear, comfortable vision.

What is Astigmatism?

In a normal eye, the cornea is evenly curved like a soccer ball.
In astigmatism, the cornea is shaped more like a rugby ball, with uneven curvature. This causes light to focus improperly, leading to blurred or shadowed vision.

Astigmatism can occur alone or together with:

• - Myopia (nearsightedness)

• - Hyperopia (farsightedness)

Symptoms

• - Blurred or distorted vision (near and far)

• - Double or shadowed images

• - Eye strain and headaches

• - Difficulty seeing clearly at night

• - Glare or halos around lights

Children may squint or tilt their heads to see more clearly.

Causes

• - Genetics

• - Natural irregular corneal shape

• - Eye injury or surgery

• - Corneal disorders such as keratoconus

Treatment Options at Eye Bangkok Hospital

Eyeglasses

Cylindrical lenses designed specifically to correct astigmatism.

Contact Lenses

Toric contact lenses provide sharper vision correction.

Refractive Surgery

For long-term correction, options may include:

• - LASIK

• - PRK

• - Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL)

Our ophthalmologists evaluate corneal thickness and suitability before recommending surgical treatment.

Why Treatment Matters

Uncorrected astigmatism may lead to:

• - Reduced visual performance

• - Chronic headaches

• - Lazy eye (in children)