What is the primary symptom of presbyopia?

• A. Inability to focus and blurred vision
• B. Gradual loss of central vision
• C. Tunnel vision
• D. Spilled vision

Answer: (A)

The primary symptom of presbyopia is the inability to focus and blurred vision, especially for near objects. As individuals age, the lens of the eye becomes less flexible, making it more difficult to adjust focus from distant to close-up objects. This loss of flexibility leads to difficulty in reading small print or seeing details up close. People often notice that they need to hold reading material further away to see it clearly, which is a common hallmark of presbyopia. The gradual nature of these changes typically becomes apparent in the early to mid-40s and progresses with age, resulting in the characteristic blurred vision for near tasks.