Refractive errors are typically caused by the shape of the eye and are not related to aging.

Presbycusis is a gradual loss of hearing that occurs with age.

Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is the inability to see objects clearly at a distance.

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is the inability to see objects clearly up close.

Avoiding driving at night is not a strategy for adapting to vision impairment, but rather a safety precaution.

Turning up the volume on your TV or radio is not a strategy for adapting to hearing impairment, but rather a temporary solution.

People with vision impairment in old age often experience difficulty reading, driving, and watching TV.

People with hearing impairment in old age often experience difficulty communicating with others, watching TV, and using the telephone.

Social support has been shown to improve quality of life, reduce risk of depression, and increase independence in people with vision or hearing impairment in old age.

Ignoring your symptoms can lead to a decline in your quality of life. It is important to seek help from a healthcare professional if you are experiencing vision or hearing problems.

Vision and hearing impairment in old age is not always a normal part of aging, it is not always preventable, and it is not always treatable.

The National Institute on Aging, the American Foundation for the Blind, and the National Association for the Deaf are all good resources for people with vision or hearing impairment in old age.

Regular exercise is not a risk factor for vision or hearing impairment in old age.

Blurred vision, difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds, and tinnitus are all common symptoms of vision or hearing impairment in old age.

Ignoring your symptoms is not a treatment for vision or hearing impairment in old age.