What is presbyopia primarily associated with?

Presbyopia is primarily associated with age-related difficulty in focusing on nearby objects. This condition typically begins to manifest in individuals around the age of 40 and occurs as the lens of the eye becomes less flexible over time. This decreased elasticity prevents the eye from adjusting its focus effectively for close-up tasks such as reading or threading a needle.

As the lens becomes stiffer, the eye's ability to accommodate (or change focus between distances) diminishes, leading to the characteristic symptoms of presbyopia. Many individuals notice they need to hold reading materials at arm's length or struggle to focus on fine print as they get older. While light sensitivity and difficulties in low-light conditions can be associated with other eye conditions, they do not define presbyopia. Additionally, presbyopia typically does not require surgery for correction, as it is commonly treated with corrective lenses like reading glasses or multifocal lenses.