visual disorder
[/ˈvɪʒuəl dɪsˈɔrdər/]
nounpl: visual disorders
transtorno visual
1. A medical condition or dysfunction affecting the eyes or visual system that impairs the ability to see clearly or normally
She was diagnosed with a visual disorder that required corrective lenses.
Ela foi diagnosticada com um transtorno visual que exigia lentes corretivas.
2. A perceptual or neurological condition affecting how the brain processes visual information
The child's visual disorder made it difficult to read written text.
O transtorno visual da criança tornava difícil ler texto escrito.
3. Any impairment in vision including refractive errors, blindness, or partial sight loss
Common visual disorders include myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Transtornos visuais comuns incluem miopia, hipermetropia e astigmatismo.
In Brazil, visual disorders are a significant public health concern, with many individuals lacking access to proper eye care. The term 'deficiência visual' is officially used in legal documents and educational contexts to identify visually impaired individuals who may receive government support. In the USA, visual disorders are commonly addressed through insurance coverage and optometry services, with extensive accessibility accommodations in educational and workplace settings.
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