Seeing double? Visual accommodations for MG warriors
Seeing double? Visual accommodations for MG warriors Myasthenia Gravis affects the muscles around the eyes. This can lead to double vision (diplopia), drooping eyelids (ptosis), dry eyes and trouble focusing. In addition, some of the medications used to manage MG can cause cataracts. 90% of MG warriors suffer from some form of ophthalmic impairment. 1 Below are practical solutions you can use to help ease the strain on your eyes. Change all fonts to large. Install screen reading software i.e. SpeakIt is available for free as Google Chrome extension Control glare by adding a glare screen to the computer Install proper lighting, dim lighting will cause strain on your eyes Allow frequent rest breaks Magnify written material using hand/stand/optical magnifiers Alternate covering one eye with an eye patch Use a cold compress over your eyes to ease muscle tension and 'revive' your eye muscles. Use sunglasses and sun viso...