What is the most common visual complaint reported during pregnancy?

The most common visual complaint reported during pregnancy is blurred vision. During pregnancy, various physiological changes occur in a woman's body, including hormonal shifts and fluid retention, which can affect the eyes. These changes can lead to alterations in the shape and thickness of the cornea, resulting in blurred vision.

Additionally, the increase in blood volume and changes in blood pressure can contribute to visual disturbances. Most women experience some temporary visual changes during this period, with blurred vision being frequently reported. It’s important to monitor these symptoms, as while they are typically benign, they can sometimes indicate underlying conditions that require attention.

The other options, such as myopia, hyperopia, and night blindness, may occur in some women but are not as commonly reported as blurred vision during pregnancy. Myopia refers to nearsightedness and hyperopia to farsightedness, neither of which have a significant increase specifically tied to pregnancy in the same way that blurred vision does. Night blindness, while it can happen due to nutritional deficiencies (such as vitamin A deficiency), is less commonly reported compared to general blurred vision experienced by pregnant women.