ICD-10: H53.5Eye & Adnexa DiseasesGeneral Severity
Color vision deficiencies
Color vision deficiency is a common condition where someone has trouble distinguishing between certain colors because of how their eyes process light.
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Your eyes have tiny sensors at the back called cones, which are specialized cells that help you see color. When these cones are missing or do not work correctly, you experience color vision deficiency.
This condition usually happens because of your genetics, meaning it is passed down from your parents. While it is often called color blindness, most people who have it can still see colors, but some shades may look similar or washed out to them.
Common Symptoms
- Difficulty telling the difference between shades of the same or similar colors.
- Trouble identifying red or green traffic lights.
- Finding that colors appear less bright or duller than expected.