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• #1 Nearsightedness – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness/symptoms-causes/syc-20375556

  Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects look clear but far objects look blurry. The medical term for nearsightedness is myopia. […] A basic eye exam can confirm nearsightedness. You can correct the blurry vision with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery. […] Make an appointment with an eye care specialist if your child shows any signs of vision problems or if a teacher reports possible problems. […] Seek emergency medical care if you experience any of the following: Sudden appearance of many floaters tiny specks or lines that seem to drift through your field of vision. […] Significant nearsightedness is associated with an increased risk of retinal detachment. […] The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends regular vision screenings to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.

• #2 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Symptoms &Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8579-myopia-nearsightedness

  Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common condition thats usually diagnosed before age 20. It affects your distance vision you can see objects that are near, but you have trouble viewing objects that are farther away like grocery store aisle markers or road signs. Myopia treatments include glasses, contact lenses or surgery. […] Myopia affects a significant percentage of people. Its an eye focus disorder thats normally corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or surgery. […] Most cases of myopia are mild and easily managed with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery. […] In most cases, providers can treat nearsightedness with glasses, contact lenses or corrective surgery, like LASIK. […] Glasses or contact lenses can correct myopia in children and adults. For adults only (with rare exceptions for children), there are several types of refractive surgeries that can also correct myopia.

• #3 Nearsightedness | Eye Disorders | Ophthalmology | Area of Care | SUNY Downstate

  https://www.downstate.edu/patient-care/find-treatment/areas-of-care/ophthalmology/eye-disorders/myopia.html

  Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common type of refractive error where close objects appear clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. […] Nearsightedness develops in eyes that focus images in front of the retina instead of on the retina, which results in blurred vision. […] Nearsightedness can affect both children and adults. […] An eye care professional can diagnose nearsightedness and other refractive errors during a comprehensive dilated eye examination. […] Nearsightedness can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or surgery. […] Eyeglasses are the simplest and safest way to correct nearsightedness. […] Contact lenses work by becoming the first refractive surface for light rays entering the eye, causing a more precise refraction or focus. […] Refractive surgery aims to permanently change the shape of the cornea which will improve refractive vision.

• #4 Nearsightedness Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness

  Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye. […] Wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses can help shift the focus of the light image directly onto the retina. This will produce a clearer image. […] Early diagnosis of nearsightedness is important. A child can suffer socially and educationally by not being able to see well at a distance. […] Contact your health care provider if your child shows these signs, which may indicate a vision problem: Having difficulty reading the blackboard in school or signs on a wall, Holding books very close when reading, Sitting close to the television. […] It has been generally believed that there is no way to prevent nearsightedness. Reading and watching television do not cause nearsightedness.

• #5 Myopia (nearsightedness) | AOA

  https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-and-vision-conditions/myopia

  Nearsightedness, or myopia, as it is medically termed, is a vision condition in which people can see close objects clearly, but objects farther away appear blurred. Myopia affects nearly 30% of the U.S. population. If one or both parents are nearsighted, there is an increased chance their children will be nearsighted. Individuals who spend considerable time reading, working at a computer, playing video games or doing other intense close visual work may be more likely to develop myopia. […] People with myopia can have difficulty clearly seeing a movie or TV screen, a whiteboard in school or while driving. Generally, myopia first occurs in school-age children. However, myopia may also develop in adults due to visual stress or health conditions such as diabetes. […] People with myopia have several options available to regain clear distance vision. They include: Eyeglasses. For most people with myopia, eyeglasses are the primary choice for correction. Depending on the amount of myopia, you may only need to wear glasses for certain activities, like watching a movie or driving a car. Contact lenses. For some individuals, contact lenses offer clearer vision and a wider field of view than eyeglasses. Ortho-k or CRT. Another option for treating myopia is orthokeratology (ortho-k), also known as corneal refractive therapy (CRT). Laser procedures such as LASIK (laser in situ keratomileusis) or PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) are also possible treatment options for myopia in adults. Vision therapy for people with stress-related myopia. Vision therapy is an option for people whose blurred distance vision is caused by a spasm of the muscles that control eye focusing. […] Children who are at high risk of progressive myopia (family history, early age of onset, and extended periods of near work) may benefit from treatment options that have been shown to reduce the progression of myopia.

• #6 How to Cure Myopia | Advance Eye Care Center

  https://advanceeyecarecenter.com/5-ways-to-reduce-myopia-naturally/

  Myopia, or nearsightedness, affects 30% of the population. It is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. […] No single home remedy can fully treat myopia. While corrective lenses or surgery remain the most effective solutions, certain natural methods may help slow its progression. […] Myopia can put your child at risk of developing eye diseases like retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, so it is important to consider getting your child examined for refractive errors. […] Myopia is a refractive error, meaning that light does not refract properly through your cornea or lens which causes the light to focus at a different point other than on the retina. […] Complications due to myopia can range from subtle to severe. Some complications you may run into as a result of myopia are: Reduced quality of life you may find it more difficult to perform everyday tasks when afflicted with myopia, Eyestrain myopia can cause discomfort due to squinting and overworking your eyes, Impaired safety things like driving and operating machinery become hazardous if your myopia is not being treated properly, Financial burden correcting myopia involves buying corrective lenses or undergoing expensive surgery, Other eye problems if you have myopia it puts you at an increased risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic degeneration.

• #7 Myopia (Nearsightedness) Q&A | Advanced Family Eye Care

  https://advancedfamilyeyecare.com/myopia/

  Myopia is usually diagnosed after the eye is done growing, between the age of 8 and 12. It will often get worse until about age 20, where its progression tends to plateau. […] Myopia is among the most common eye conditions, affecting almost 30 percent of Americans, according to the American Optometric Association. […] Myopia can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. […] Eyeglasses and contact lenses both utilize concave shaped lenses, meaning they are thicker at the edges than they are in the center. This concave shape works by counteracting the refraction error caused by the misshaped eye, allowing light to focus on the retina instead of in front of it. […] Myopia correction with refractive surgery involves surgically reshaping the cornea to counteract the refraction error.

• #8 Nearsightedness (myopia) causes and treatment | HealthPartners Blog

  https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/myopia-symptoms-causes/

  Also called degenerative myopia, pathologic myopia leads to serious eye complications in adulthood, like retinal detachment, myopic maculopathy, glaucoma and blindness. […] Myopia is commonly diagnosed in people before they reach the age of 20. […] After your eyes have finished developing, which typically occurs around age 20, the focus of myopia control becomes maintaining the level of vision you have. […] Your eye doctor may suggest eyeglasses or contact lenses. […] Surgical treatment for myopia is not recommended for anyone under 18, while the eyes are still growing. […] While your eye doctor can help manage your myopia with vision correction or medical interventions, there are other things you can do on your own to maintain your eyesight. […] To preserve and strengthen the health of your eyes, try these tips: Take regular breaks from near work. […] Spend time outside. […] Eat an eye-healthy diet. […] Don’t smoke.

• #8 Nearsightedness (myopia) causes and treatment | HealthPartners Blog

  https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/myopia-symptoms-causes/

  Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a very common condition in which things close to you are clear, but anything a certain distance away is blurry. […] Myopia is a common eye problem that impacts distance vision. People with myopia are able to view things clearly when they are close, but struggle to see things that are far away, such as the white board in a classroom or the signs on a highway. […] The amount of nearsighted vision correction you need will categorize your myopia as either non-pathologic, high or pathologic. […] Non-pathologic myopia ranges from more than 0 to less than -6 diopters. This type of myopia, also called simple or school myopia, can be easily corrected through standard treatments, like eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery. […] Myopia with a refractive error of more than -6 diopters is considered high myopia. High myopia can be corrected with eyeglasses or contact lenses, but not most refractive surgeries because of an increased risk of complications.

• #9 Nearsightedness – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20375561

  Nearsightedness is diagnosed with a basic eye exam. Your eye care specialist will likely ask about your child’s or your medical history and ask about any medicines used. […] The standard goal of treating nearsightedness is to improve vision by helping focus light on your retina with corrective lenses or refractive surgery. Managing nearsightedness also includes regular monitoring for complications of the condition, including glaucoma, cataracts and retinal detachment. […] Wearing corrective lenses treats nearsightedness by counteracting the increased curve of your cornea or the increased length of your eye. […] Surgical treatments are not an option for everyone with nearsightedness. Surgery is recommended only when nearsightedness is no longer progressing. Your surgeon explains the benefits and risks of surgical treatment options.

• #10 Nearsightedness | Beacon Health System

  https://www.beaconhealthsystem.org/library/diseases-and-conditions/nearsightedness?content_id=CON-20375540

  Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects look clear but far objects look blurry. The medical term for nearsightedness is myopia. […] A basic eye exam can confirm nearsightedness. You can correct the blurry vision with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery. […] Make an appointment with an eye care specialist if your child shows any signs of vision problems or if a teacher reports possible problems. […] The standard goal of treating nearsightedness is to improve vision by helping focus light on your retina with corrective lenses or refractive surgery. Managing nearsightedness also includes regular monitoring for complications of the condition, including glaucoma, cataracts and retinal detachment. […] Wearing corrective lenses treats nearsightedness by counteracting the increased curve of your cornea or the increased length of your eye.

• #11

  https://www.mainefamilyeyecare.com/Content/EyeConditions/myopia.aspx

  Myopia is the medical term for nearsightedness. Nearsighted eyes are good at seeing objects that are up close but have trouble seeing objects that are far away. This is due to a refractive error in the eye. Refraction is the bending of light. When a light wave enters the eye, it is bent by the cornea as it makes its way through to land on the retina. There are two different factors that can contribute to myopia: the curvature of the cornea and the length of the eye. If the curvature of the cornea is too great, the light beam lands on the wrong part of the eye. Similarly, if the length of the eye is too long, the light will land in front of instead of on top of the retina. Either way, the result is that far away objects become blurry and out of focus. […] Myopia is not an eye disease, but an eye disorder. Because of the role refraction plays in this type of nearsightedness, myopia is known as a refractive disorder.

• #12 Cutting-Edge Myopia Solutions in Media | Media Eye Care

  https://www.mediaeyecare.com/eye-care-services/myopia-management/

  Myopia management is a long-term commitment, and at Media Eye Care, we’re dedicated to helping you or your little one maintain clear vision and good eye health for a lifetime. […] Unlike traditional methods that focus solely on correcting blurred vision, our myopia management services at Media Eye Care aim to address the root causes of myopia and prevent its rapid advancement, particularly in children and young adults. […] By controlling the rate of myopia progression, we can help reduce the risk of these serious eye health complications. This is especially crucial during childhood and adolescence, when the eye is still developing, and myopia can progress more rapidly. […] Myopia management also emphasizes the importance of regular eye exams and lifestyle modifications, such as increasing outdoor activities and managing screen time, to support overall eye health and vision quality. […] Our proactive myopia management approach uses various strategies to slow the rate of progression, such as: […] Scheduled follow-ups to monitor eye health and adjust treatment plans as needed.

• #13 Myopia Management Clinic | WesternU Health | Pomona

  https://www.westernuhealth.com/pomona/services/eye/myopia-clinic/

  Myopia is commonly known as nearsightedness. It usually occurs during childhood when eyeballs are growing. Myopia causes poor long-distance vision. The eyeball is either longer than normal, or the cornea is too curved, both causing some images to be blurry. It is a chronic, progressive disease, that typically gets worse over time, if appropriate interventions are delayed. […] Untreated Myopia increases the risk of retinal disease which can lead to retinal tear, retinal detachment, maculopathy, cataracts and glaucoma. […] The Myopia Management Clinic at WesternU provides primary care for children 6-18 years of age, those with glasses, and/or active in sports. Adults can also be treated in our Myopia Management Clinic as well. […] Benefits of a myopia control management approach include improvements to vision, appearance, lifestyle, self-esteem, and potentially improved academic performance. […] Treatment Options Include: Pharmacological Method Atropine eye drops, Increasing Time Spent Outdoors, Daytime or Nighttime (Orthokeratology) Contact Lenses, Specialized Myopia Control Spectacles.

• #14 What does it meant to be Nearsightedness and how is myopia managed?

  https://www.visionartseyecare.com/eye-care-services/your-eye-health/eye-conditions/nearsighted-myopia/

  Nearsightedness, technically known as myopia, is a condition which causes difficulty focusing on objects at a distance, while near vision remains normal. […] Myopia is diagnosed by an eye examination with an qualified optometrist. During the exam the optometrist will determine the visual acuity of the eye to prescribe eye glasses or contact lenses. A prescription for myopia will be a negative number such as -1.75. […] Myopia is typically treated with corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses and in certain cases refractive surgery such as LASIK or PRK is an option. Surgery is the most risky treatment as it requires permanently changing the shape of the cornea. Other treatments involve implanting a lens that reshapes the cornea called a phakic intra-ocular lens or vision therapy. A treatment called Ortho-k, in which the patient wears corneal reshaping contact lenses at night to see without correction during the day can be another option. […] The type of treatment depends on the overall health of your eye and your eye and vision needs.

• #15 What is Myopia? Causes warning signs risks and solutions | MiSight® 1 day

  https://misight.com/blog/what-myopia-causes-warning-signs-risks-and-solutions

  Myopia is a common vision condition in children, and its important that parents understand what myopia is and its development, its warning signs and symptoms, the potential risks if left untreated, and which solutions and options are available for children with myopia to improve their eyesight both now and in the future. […] Myopia or nearsightedness is diagnosed by your child’s eye care provider, but the signs and symptoms for parents to look out for include blurry vision when looking at distant objects, squinting to see clearly, headaches and eyestrain. […] The good news is, there are proven ways to slow the progression of myopia in addition to getting a prescription when necessary. […] Eye care professionals recommend spending time outdoors, reducing screen time, modifying how close kids are to their screens and using correction methods for myopia.

• #16 Nearsightedness Treatment St. Petersburg, FL – Myopia Care

  https://www.stmichaelseye.com/nearsightedness/

  Nearsightedness, or myopia, is the leading form of refractive error that threatens perfect vision, with 27% of the worlds population unable to see objects at a distance clearly. This vision concern is treated with eyeglasses, contact lenses or laser vision correction. […] Myopia can develop over time or occur rapidly and has a genetic aspect. If your parents are nearsighted, youre more likely to have the refractive error. This vision problem worsens during childhood and adolescence, and it is often diagnosed during those early years. A lack of time outdoors may increase the risk of nearsightedness. […] The main myopia symptom is blurry vision when you look at distant objects along with squinting or partially closing your eyes to see clearly, headaches and difficulty driving at night. […] People with severe nearsightedness may be more likely to experience these complications and eye diseases because the longer cornea is stretched and thin and more susceptible to tearing, inflammation and scarring:

• #17 Nearsightedness – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20375561

  Your eye care specialist may ask: When did you first begin experiencing symptoms? Does your vision improve if you squint or move objects closer or farther away? Do others in your family use glasses or contacts? Do you know how old they were when they first began having trouble with their vision? When did you first begin wearing glasses or contacts? Do you have any medical problems, such as diabetes? Have you started to take any new medicines, supplements or herbal preparations?

• #18 Myopia (Nearsightedness) Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

  https://www.carecredit.com/well-u/health-wellness/myopia-causes-and-treatments-for-nearsightedness/

  Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a vision condition in which people can only see clearly up close, but anything at a distance looks blurry. It’s a refractive error caused by the shape of the eye and typically happens because the eye is too long from front to back or the cornea is curved too steeply. Both issues make it so the light entering the eye doesn’t bend properly, causing it to fall just short of the retina and making distant objects appear blurry and close objects look clear. […] Symptoms of myopia may include: […] – Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly […] – Eye strain […] – Headaches […] – Squinting […] These symptoms can impact daily life in the following ways: […] – Academic delays. Children with uncorrected myopia may experience delays in reading or other educational skills.

• #19 Nearsightedness (Myopia) (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/nearsightedness.html

  Nearsightedness happens when light that enters the eye focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it. This creates blurry vision in the distance. […] The eye doctor will prescribe glasses or contact lenses to help your child see clearly. […] To help take care of your child’s eyes: Get eyeglasses (or contact lenses if recommended). Let your child help choose the frames. Plastic frames and polycarbonate lenses are best for young kids. […] Talk with your doctor about myopia control. New treatment options can help slow the progression of myopia in children. […] Call the doctor if your child has new symptoms, including: headaches or eye pain, blurry vision when wearing glasses or contacts, seeing flashing lights or floating spots, any loss of vision. […] If your child wears contacts, call the doctor for symptoms such as: eye pain or redness, high sensitivity to light, itchy or dry eyes that don’t get better with eye drops.

• #20

  https://www.mainefamilyeyecare.com/Content/EyeConditions/myopia.aspx

  A diagnosis of myopia can be made by taking a classic vision test under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist. A person who is nearsighted will have an easy time reading the letters on a Jaeger eye chart (the close objects chart) but a hard time with a Snellen chart (the far objects chart). If a problem in the patients vision is detected during the eye chart test, the retina may be examined using a retinoscope. This device shines light on the patients retina so the doctor can examine it and find the issue causing problems with the patients vision. […] People with myopia are at a higher risk for glaucoma and cataracts. They also have a higher than average chance of having a detached retina. If you notice a sudden change in vision, a loss of central vision, a large increase in the amount of floaters (squiggly, transparent shapes that float across the eye), or sense a feeling of heaviness in one eye, this could be a sign of a detached retina. Immediately seek treatment from a medical professional. Early treatment could prevent further complications.

• #21 Nearsightedness | Beacon Health System

  https://www.beaconhealthsystem.org/library/diseases-and-conditions/nearsightedness?content_id=CON-20375540

  Surgical treatments are not an option for everyone with nearsightedness. Surgery is recommended only when nearsightedness is no longer progressing. Your surgeon explains the benefits and risks of surgical treatment options. […] Researchers and clinical practitioners continue to seek more-effective approaches to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children and adolescents. […] Steps you can take to promote good eye health and vision include the following: Get regular eye exams. […] You may encounter three kinds of specialists as you seek help for various eye conditions: Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, Optician. […] Preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your visit. For nearsightedness, some basic questions to ask include: When do I need to use corrective lenses? […] Your eye care specialist may ask: When did you first begin experiencing symptoms?

• #22 Nearsightedness – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness/symptoms-causes/syc-20375556

  If a problem is found in a screening test, you’ll likely need to schedule a complete eye exam with an optometrist or ophthalmologist. […] If you have diabetes, a family history of eye disease, high blood pressure, or other risks of heart or vascular disease, you’ll likely need more-regular eye exams. […] Nearsightedness tends to run in families. If one of your parents is nearsighted, your risk of developing the condition is increased. […] Children with myopia or other vision problems can experience delays in reading or other academic skills, difficulty with social interactions, and poor self-esteem. […] If nearsightedness isn’t corrected, it can prevent you from performing daily tasks well or enjoying activities. […] Not correcting nearsightedness may cause persistent eyestrain and headaches. […] Severe nearsightedness puts you at an increased risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts and other serious eye conditions.

• #23 What is Myopia? Causes warning signs risks and solutions | MiSight® 1 day

  https://misight.com/blog/what-myopia-causes-warning-signs-risks-and-solutions

  When it comes to correcting vision and controlling your child’s nearsightedness, it’s important to choose the right products. […] MiSight 1 day contact lenses are the first and only FDA-approved soft contact lenses proven to slow the progression of myopia in children aged 8-12 at the initiation of treatment. […] Regular eye exams are essential to ensure your eyes remain as healthy as possible, and that any potential problems can be treated early, when treatments are usually most effective. […] Even children with fairly low prescriptions have a higher risk of glaucoma and retinal detachment than non-myopic children, and that risk multiplies as prescriptions get stronger.

• #24 Nearsightedness (Myopia) in Children: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.nearsightedness-myopia-in-children-care-instructions.bo1481

  A child who is nearsighted can see things that are up close. But your child has trouble seeing things in the distance. Faraway objects look blurry and out of focus. […] Eyeglasses or contact lenses can help correct nearsightedness. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your child’s treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if your child is having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your child’s test results and keep a list of the medicines your child takes. […] Make sure that your child wears eyeglasses or contact lenses as prescribed. […] Make sure your child gets eye exams as often as your doctor recommends. […] Watch closely for changes in your child’s health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: Your child has vision changes.

• #25 Nearsightedness (myopia) causes and treatment | HealthPartners Blog

  https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/myopia-symptoms-causes/

  Also called degenerative myopia, pathologic myopia leads to serious eye complications in adulthood, like retinal detachment, myopic maculopathy, glaucoma and blindness. […] Myopia is commonly diagnosed in people before they reach the age of 20. […] After your eyes have finished developing, which typically occurs around age 20, the focus of myopia control becomes maintaining the level of vision you have. […] Your eye doctor may suggest eyeglasses or contact lenses. […] Surgical treatment for myopia is not recommended for anyone under 18, while the eyes are still growing. […] While your eye doctor can help manage your myopia with vision correction or medical interventions, there are other things you can do on your own to maintain your eyesight. […] To preserve and strengthen the health of your eyes, try these tips: Take regular breaks from near work. […] Spend time outside. […] Eat an eye-healthy diet. […] Don’t smoke.

• #26 Spotlight on Refractive Errors: Nearsightedness and Farsightedness – Kadrmas Eye Care New England

  http://www.kadrmaseyecare.com/eye-health–care-blog/spotlight-on-refractive-errors-nearsightedness-and-farsightedness

  Nearsightedness and farsightedness can lead to different vision problems. Fortunately, both conditions are manageable with glasses, contacts, or surgery. […] The technical term for nearsightedness is myopia. If someone has nearsightedness, they can see objects clearly up close, but objects that are far away appear blurry. This occurs because the shape of the eye prevents the light from being bent properly, so the light focuses in front of the retina instead of on the retina. […] Symptoms of nearsightedness include: Difficulty seeing objects far away, Squinting to see properly, Eye strain. […] Individuals who are nearsighted may have an increased risk of developing other types of problems. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people who are nearsighted have an increased risk of developing a detached retina. Those who have severe nearsightedness also have an increased risk of developing cataracts and glaucoma.

• #27 Myopia (Nearsightedness) Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

  https://www.carecredit.com/well-u/health-wellness/myopia-causes-and-treatments-for-nearsightedness/

  – Poor work performance. Uncorrected myopia can affect your ability to perform well at work or other tasks. […] – Safety impairment. You can jeopardize your safety and the safety of others if you have uncorrected nearsightedness, particularly when driving a vehicle or operating heavy equipment. […] While there is no cure for myopia, treatment can help. Most eye doctors offer traditional as well as emerging treatment options. […] Traditional treatments for myopia include wearable and surgical correction: […] – Eyeglasses. If you’re nearsighted, glasses are a common and easy choice for vision correction. With low or moderate myopia, you may only need to wear glasses for activities like driving or watching a movie; with high myopia, you may need to wear them all the time. […] – Contact lenses. Some people find that contact lenses provide clearer vision and a wider field of view than eyeglasses do. Keep in mind, though, that with any contact lenses, there’s a chance of corneal infection so it’s important to wear, clean and store the lenses correctly to safeguard the health of your eyes.

• #28 Nearsightedness: A Guide to Symptoms and Treatment

  https://tneye.care/nearsightedness-a-guide-to-symptoms-and-treatment/

  Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common vision condition that affects the ability to see distant objects clearly. […] Living with nearsightedness can impact daily activities, but it doesnt have to limit your quality of life. Regular eye exams and the right vision correction can make a significant difference. If youre experiencing symptoms of nearsightedness, schedule an appointment with an eye care professional. They can provide comprehensive care and personalized treatment plans to ensure you enjoy clear, comfortable vision. […] Treatment choice depends on personal preferences, lifestyle, and the severity of nearsightedness.

• #29 Nearsightedness Treatment | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/eyes-and-vision/nearsightedness/treatments.html

  Most people who are nearsighted use eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct their vision. […] Surgery can also reduce or fix nearsightedness. There are several surgery options, such as LASIK, PRK (photorefractive keratectomy), and artificial lens implants. The goal of surgery is to help you see more clearly without glasses or contacts. […] If glasses or contact lenses are inconvenient for your work or lifestyle, surgery may be a good choice. But nearsightedness is not a disease, and a nearsighted eye is otherwise normal and healthy. […] If your vision doesn’t bother you and if you have no driving problems or other safety concerns, you don’t need to have any treatment. Nearsightedness won’t affect the health of your eye, and it won’t get worse just because you don’t wear glasses or don’t have surgery. […] If you are nearsighted, get regular eye exams, and see your eye care specialist if you have changes in your vision.

• #30 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

  https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/nearsightedness-myopia

  Myopia: Overview […] Is it hard to see distant objects, like highway signs, until youre a few feet away, but easy to read a book up close? Chances are you have myopia, also known as nearsightedness. Its a common condition that your eye doctor usually can fix with eyeglasses, contacts, or eye surgery. […] Myopia Diagnosis […] An eye exam can show you if you have myopia. Glasses, contacts, or refractive surgery can usually correct the problem. […] Myopia Treatment […] Your prescription helps the eye focus light on your retina. That clears up your vision. […] Myopia lenses […] Your doctor can prescribe several different types of lenses to correct your vision when you have myopia, including: […] Eyeglasses. Typically, doctors start with concave eyeglasses to correct myopia before moving to contact lenses. If your prescription is higher than -3.00 D, you may need high-index lenses, which are thinner and lighter than regular plastic lenses.

• #31 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

  https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/nearsightedness-myopia

  Contact lenses. Contact lenses fit onto the surface of your eye. There are two types: rigid, gas-permeable lenses and soft, water-absorbing lenses. In addition to your vision prescription, your doctor also needs to measure the curvature of your eye to correctly fit your contact lenses. Contact lenses may not be an option for you if your eyes are dry. […] Eye surgery can improve your vision so much that you may no longer need to wear glasses or contacts. The most common procedures for myopia are: […] Photorefractive keratectomy: Also called PRK, this surgery uses a laser to sculpt the middle layer of your cornea. That flattens the corneas curve and lets light rays focus closer to or on your retina. […] LASIK: This is the most common surgery for myopia. The surgeon uses a laser or another tool to create a thin flap on the top layer of your cornea. They sculpt the cornea with another laser and move the flap back into place.

• #32 Nearsightedness (myopia) | Lafayette Family Eye Care

  https://www.lafayetteeyecare.com/eye-information/nearsightedness

  Myopia is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination. There are several treatments that our doctors will consider based on your individual eye health. The most common treatment is the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct myopia, which correct the way your eyes refract light. Refractive surgery can correct myopia by surgical reshaping the cornea. Lastly, myopia can be treated using atropine drops, which can slow the progression of myopia. […] Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a refractive error. This means that the eye does not properly bend (refract) light due to an eye that is longer than normal and a cornea that is too steep, which causes images seen by the eye to appear unclear. In myopia, the refractive error causes distant objects to appear blurred, while close objects remain clear. […] Low-concentration atropine has proven to be effective in diminishing progression of myopia, or nearsightedness, in children. […] Increasing your child’s daylight exposure and reducing intense periods of near work may be helpful in decreasing myopic progression as well.

• #33 Nearsightedness – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nearsightedness/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20375561

  Researchers and clinical practitioners continue to seek more-effective approaches to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children and adolescents. Therapies that show the most promise include: Atropine drops are commonly used to dilate the pupil of the eye, often as part of eye exams or before and after eye surgery. Low doses of atropine eye drops may also help slow the progression of nearsightedness. […] Steps you can take to promote good eye health and vision include the following: Get regular eye exams. Protect your eyes from the sun. Wear protective eyewear during sports or work that can result in eye injuries. Use good lighting when reading and working. Wear prescription corrective lenses as directed. Care for prescription glasses or contact lenses as directed. Rest your eyes from computer or other close-up work every 20 minutes by looking at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Eat healthy foods. Get regular exercise. Control health conditions, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, that can affect your vision. Don’t smoke.

• #34 Managing Myopia: Tips to Manage and Slow Down Nearsightedness | University of Utah Health

  https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2024/11/managing-myopia-tips-manage-and-slow-down-nearsightedness

  Lifestyle changes can include spending more time outside, limiting screen time, and maintaining good sleep and nutrition habits. […] Several treatments can help manage the condition and protect your vision: Ortho-K Lenses, MiSight Daily Contacts, Multifocal Soft Lenses, Atropine Drops, Bifocal and Progressive Lenses. […] The best way to stay on top of your myopia long-term is to ensure youre getting a yearly eye exam. Regular exams help adjust prescriptions as needed and allow your doctor to detect early signs of other serious conditions that have an increased risk with myopia. […] There’s no need to fear getting nearsighted, but its important to stay informed and proactive, Beckwith says.

• #35 Home | myopia care

  https://www.myopiacare.org/

  We strongly recommend finding a professional who is actively engaged in myopia control, and is up to date with the appropriate technology and knowledge. […] There are a number of specialist soft lenses (including disposable lenses) which have an altered peripheral focus which has been shown to reduce the one mechanism that drives myopic progression. […] If contact lenses are not an option, then glasses are necessary for clear distance vision. The best effectiveness in the studies was shown by the defocusing lenses (MiYOSMART with D.I.M.S. or Stellest with HAL technology) specially developed for myopia management.

• #36 Myopia (Nearsightedness) | Lurie Children’s

  https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/specialties-conditions/myopia-nearsightedness/

  Studies have found that low concentrations of atropine are effective at slowing down myopic progression. Low dose atropine is not commercially available and must be compounded at a specialty pharmacy. It is currently prescribed off-label for myopia control, as it has not yet received FDA approval for this purpose.

• #36 Myopia (Nearsightedness) | Lurie Children’s

  https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/specialties-conditions/myopia-nearsightedness/

  Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common eye problem with increasing prevalence world-wide. It is typically correctable with glasses or contact lenses, however, high levels of myopia can cause vision-threatening complications. The risk of complications increases with any increase in the amount of myopia. Children with early onset myopia are at greater risk of developing these complications. […] At Lurie Childrens, pediatric optometrists can work with young patients with myopia to help manage myopia, potentially reducing the frequency of prescription changes for glasses and/or preventing the vision from worsening. […] There are two mail goals associated with managing myopia. In the short term, it can potentially reduce the frequency of prescription changes and prevent vision from worsening/becoming more dependent on glasses. In the long-term, it can reduce the risk of eye disease and vision impairment in adulthood.

• #37 Myopia Management – Woodsville NH | Woodsville Eye Care Center

  https://visionsource-woodsville.com/vision-care-products/myopia-management/

  Myopia can be managed or controlled when the eye is still developing. […] Myopia progression is picked up at routine eye care appointments! Patients most at risk are those who are near-sighted at a young age and those with two near-sighted patients. […] The goal of this management is not to completely halt progression of myopia, but to slow the progression and reduce the final length of the eye. This lowers a patients risk for the aforementioned complications and can reduce dependence on corrective lenses.

• #38 Managing Myopia: Tips to Manage and Slow Down Nearsightedness | University of Utah Health

  https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2024/11/managing-myopia-tips-manage-and-slow-down-nearsightedness

  Nearsightedness, or myopia, affects a record number of people worldwide as we spend unprecedented amounts of time indoors and focus our eyes on computer and phone screens. […] Most of my patients, both adults and children, dont realize if its not corrected it can increase risk for more severe vision problems later in life such as retinal detachments, glaucoma, and earlier onset of cataracts. […] Slowing the progression of myopia by small amounts has big rewards. Children can maintain healthy eyesight and reduce the risk of problems when they reach adulthood. A small reduction in progression for adults can reduce the risk for more serious vision issues by as much as 40%. […] A comprehensive eye exam will allow your eye doctor to understand the extent of any issues youre having and suggest manageable lifestyle changes, along with the latest treatments available for you, Beckwith says.

• #39 Lesson 1. Section 4. Disorders of the Eye – Nursing Care Related to the Sensory and Neurological Systems

  https://brooksidepress.org/sensory_neuro_nursing/lessons/lesson-1-nursing-care-related-to-the-sensory-system/lesson-1-section-4-disorders-of-the-eye/

  a. Myopia. Also referred to as nearsightedness, myopia is a refractive error caused by a structural defect of the eye. […] (2) Close objects can be seen more clearly than distant objects, which appear blurred and unfocused. […] (3) Vision may be corrected with the use of a concave lens, which will cause the light rays to focus on the retina. […] c. Nursing management includes: […] (4) Patient education to avoid further irritation or spread of infection. […] (1) Detachment of the retina must be corrected surgically. […] (2) Nursing care should involve all aspects of care for the patient undergoing ophthalmic surgery. […] The ophthalmologist will determine the treatment required and procedure of choice in each patients case. […] The patient must receive a thorough education about the postoperative course of events and his responsibilities and restrictions.

• #40

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=zp4235

  If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things in the distance. Faraway objects look blurry and out of focus. You may have trouble clearly seeing images or words on a street sign, movie screen, or television. But you can see things near you, close to your face. […] Eyeglasses or contact lenses can help correct nearsightedness. Several types of surgery can also be done to reduce or fix nearsightedness. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] Have eye exams as often as your doctor recommends. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if: You have vision changes.

• #41 Nearsightedness (Myopia): Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.nearsightedness-myopia-care-instructions.zp4235

  If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things in the distance. Faraway objects look blurry and out of focus. You may have trouble clearly seeing images or words on a street sign, movie screen, or television. But you can see things near you, close to your face. […] Eyeglasses or contact lenses can help correct nearsightedness. Several types of surgery can also be done to reduce or fix nearsightedness. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take. […] Have eye exams as often as your doctor recommends. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: You have vision changes.

• #42

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=bo1481

  A child who is nearsighted can see things that are up close. But your child has trouble seeing things in the distance. Faraway objects look blurry and out of focus. It may be hard for your child to see images or words on a street sign, movie screen, or TV. […] Eyeglasses or contact lenses can help correct nearsightedness. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your child’s treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if your child is having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your child’s test results and keep a list of the medicines your child takes. […] Make sure that your child wears eyeglasses or contact lenses as prescribed. […] Make sure your child gets eye exams as often as your doctor recommends. […] Watch closely for changes in your child’s health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if your child has vision changes.

• #43 Nearsightedness (Myopia) (for Parents) – Children’s Health Network

  https://kidshealth.org/ChildrensHealthNetwork/en/parents/nearsightedness.html

  Nearsightedness happens when light that enters the eye focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it. This creates blurry vision in the distance. […] The eye doctor will prescribe glasses or contact lenses to help your child see clearly. […] To help take care of your childs eyes: Get eyeglasses (or contact lenses if recommended). Let your child help choose the frames. Plastic frames and polycarbonate lenses are best for young kids. […] Talk with your doctor about myopia control. New treatment options can help slow the progression of myopia in children. […] Call the doctor if your child has new symptoms, including: headaches or eye pain, blurry vision when wearing glasses or contacts, seeing flashing lights or floating spots, any loss of vision. […] If your child wears contacts, call the doctor for symptoms such as: eye pain or redness, high sensitivity to light, itchy or dry eyes that dont get better with eye drops.

• #44 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

  https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/nearsightedness-myopia

  If youre having any of the symptoms of nearsightedness, make an appointment for a regular eye exam with your eye doctor. […] Living With Myopia […] You can promote good eye health when you have myopia. Heed these tips: […] See your eye doctor regularly. Your eye doctor can test your vision to see if you need a stronger prescription. […] Protect your eyes from the sun. Seek out shade, or wear sunglasses if youre outdoors in bright light. […] Wear eye gear during sports. Protective glasses can correct vision while shielding your eyes from injury as you play sports. […] Read in proper lighting. Any time you are doing work or reading up close, make sure the lighting is good enough to see well. […] Take screen breaks. Every 20 minutes, look at least 20 feet away from your screen for at least 20 seconds. This is the rest your eyes need to continue working well.

• #45 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Symptoms &Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8579-myopia-nearsightedness

  Regular eye exams are important for everyone but are especially if you have high myopia or pathologic myopia. You should follow the schedule set out by your eye care provider. […] Though theres no cure for myopia, there are everyday steps you can take that can support your overall eye health. […] Regular eye exams are important for everyone. Its especially important to contact an eye care provider if you have any type of change in your vision.

• #46 Lesson 1. Section 4. Disorders of the Eye – Nursing Care Related to the Sensory and Neurological Systems

  https://brooksidepress.org/sensory_neuro_nursing/lessons/lesson-1-nursing-care-related-to-the-sensory-system/lesson-1-section-4-disorders-of-the-eye/

  (1) The head must be kept very still. […] (6) No sleeping on the operative side. If both eyes are affected, the patient must sleep on his back. […] (1) Reinforce the physical orientation given during the preoperative period by verbally reviewing the locations of objects in the room. […] (5) If the patient is newly blinded as a result of the surgery, observe for depression and take precautions if patient is potentially suicidal. […] (1) Describe the room and its contents in detail, so that the patient can form a mental image of his room. […] (4) Encourage the patient to be independent and self-sufficient.

• #47 Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

  https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/nearsightedness-myopia

  EVO Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL): Using a microscopic incision, a contact lens made of a soft, polymeric materials implanted into your eye between you natural lens and your iris. It helps refract light on the retina, producing clearer vision. […] In the case of high myopia, special contacts or atropine eyedrops have been found to be effective in slowing the progression. In some cases, your doctor may suggest cataract or clear lens replacement surgery. […] Can myopia be cured? […] Myopia doesn’t have a cure, but the treatments for it are very effective and in many cases can restore your vision to 20/20. LASIK and other surgeries, although they restore vision to perfect in most cases, arent permanent cures. Youre likely to need some vision correction as you continue to age. […] When to See Your Doctor

• #48 How to Cure Myopia | Advance Eye Care Center

  https://advanceeyecarecenter.com/5-ways-to-reduce-myopia-naturally/

  There is no catch-all home remedy to treat myopia. Corrective lenses or surgery are the most effective treatments for myopia, but some natural treatment options can help slow the progression of myopia. […] Spending more time outdoors during adolescence and your early adult years may decrease the lifetime risk of nearsightedness. This may be due to the suns ultraviolet rays changing the molecular structure of the sclera and cornea and help maintain a normal shape. […] Wearing sunglasses will protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays and help slow the progression of myopia if you spend a lot of time outdoors. […] Taking breaks from looking at screens and letting your eyes get proper rest can help slow the progression of myopia. […] Myopia doesn’t just cause challenges focusing on objects that are far away; it has the potential to have a significant impact on your vision and overall eye health. Make sure to schedule routine eye exams with your eye doctors to watch for signs of myopia and take action against myopia if it appears in your family.

• #49 Home | myopia care

  https://www.myopiacare.org/

  Myopia is anticipated to become a leading cause of permanent blindness worldwide. […] Although there is no cure yet, a number of methods have proven successful at slowing or stopping the rate of progression. […] It is important that children have regular eye examinations, which can identify early signs of visual or ocular irregularities. Early, customised intervention plans can reduce progression and the associated risks from myopia. Eye tests are even more critical if one or both parents are short-sighted. […] Clinicians have proven that, using a personalised eye care plan the progression can be significantly slowed down or even stopped. […] It needs regular eye checks to be sure that everything is in order. Especially children get used to a visual impression and learn to live with it. However, it is important that visual defects and malpositions of the eyes are detected and corrected as early as possible.

• #50 What is Nearsightedness and How is it treated? | Broward Eye Care

  https://www.browardeye.com/what-is-nearsightedness-and-how-is-it-treated/

  Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is one of the most common vision conditions affecting approximately 30+% of people in the United States. […] While nearsightedness cannot be cured, there are various options for slowing or stopping the progression of myopia (nearsightedness). […] Allowing nearsightedness (myopia) to remain untreated can lead to several problems for your child. […] However, getting your child’s vision treated early provides significant benefits for eye health, visual development, and quality of life. […] While nearsightedness itself cannot be reversed or cured, there are effective treatment options for slowing or stopping the progression of myopia. […] These lenses are customized for each child to fit their eye and are designed to help reduce the progression of myopia.

• #51 Nearsighted (Myopia) – First Eye Care Downtown Dallas

  https://firsteyecaredowntowndallas.com/eye-and-vision-health/eye-conditions/nearsighted-myopia/

• #52 What is Nearsightedness and How is it treated? | Broward Eye Care

  https://www.browardeye.com/what-is-nearsightedness-and-how-is-it-treated/

  This treatment allows children to be free from glasses all day while providing excellent comfort and vision for all their activities. […] This treatment is excellent for families concerned if their child is ready for a contact lens treatment and is often used for younger children or those showing rapid progression. […] Below are some helpful tips you can start using right now to help slow the progression of your child’s nearsightedness. […] Routine eye exams allow early detection and treatment.

• #53 How to Take Control of Your Child’s Myopia | Cary Family Eye Care

  https://caryfamilyeyecare.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-childs-myopia-a-guide-for-parents/

  Myopia, also called nearsightedness, is a vision condition in which objects close by are clear but things far away are blurry. It is typically caused by the eye itself being longer front to back than it should be. Myopia has historically been corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. […] While myopia can typically be corrected adequately with glasses or contacts to provide clear vision, higher amounts of myopia greatly increase a person’s risk of certain ocular health conditions, such as retinal holes and detachments, cataracts, glaucoma, and myopic retinal degeneration. This increased risk is caused by the eye being longer than it should be, so even if a person has a refractive surgery like LASIK the increased risk of ocular disease persists. […] The prevalence of myopia is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate, and children who are nearsighted almost always become more nearsighted over time.

• #54 How to Take Control of Your Child’s Myopia | Cary Family Eye Care

  https://caryfamilyeyecare.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-childs-myopia-a-guide-for-parents/

  Nearsighted children between the age of 8-18 years old tend to get more nearsighted over time. […] There are treatments available today that have been proven to slow down the progression of myopia. In more recent years a specialty has emerged within eye care called myopia control. Myopia control is the process of slowing down the progression of myopia in order to keep the nearsightedness as low as possible. It is not possible to reverse myopia, but we can help to stabilize it so that eyes are healthier! […] Get an annual eye exam (not just a screening) to diagnose myopia as early as possible. If myopia is diagnosed do not ask your eye doctor to prescribe less than the true amount of prescription. […] Talk to your optometrist! Ask questions about your child’s vision and ask about options to slow down the progressive worsening of their vision. If your eye doctor does not provide myopia control, ask for a referral to a myopia control specialist.

• #55 Myopia (Nearsightedness) – Prevent Blindness

  https://preventblindness.org/myopia-nearsightedness/

  Myopia (my-OH-pea-uh), or nearsightedness, is a type of refractive error. Myopia is a vision condition in which distant objects appear blurred such as roadway signs, the board at school, faces, or the television set across the room. […] In more severe myopia, both distant and near objects are blurry. Individuals with more severe myopia must bring objects close to their eyes to see those objects clearly if they do not wear glasses or contact lenses. […] The good news is that myopia can usually be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. […] Uncorrected myopia can make it difficult for a child to learn, engage socially, or fully participate in activities. Severe myopia can also lead to sight-threatening complications such as glaucoma, cataract, and retinal detachment in addition to problems seeing clearly in adult life.

• #56 Myopia (Nearsightedness) – Prevent Blindness

  https://preventblindness.org/myopia-nearsightedness/

  A range of treatments are available and more research is being done. Your ophthalmologist or optometrist will work with you to identify the right treatment. This may include eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other treatments to help you see clearly or to slow the worsening of myopia. […] Several possible treatments can help control myopia. Talk with your child’s eye doctor about the following treatment options and what is best for your child: Eyeglasses or contact lenses to help your child see clearly is almost always recommended. Ortho-K re-shaping contact lenses worn overnight may be helpful in slowing the progression of myopia. […] Ask your child’s eye doctor about the style of eyeglasses or contacts that work best for your child. The doctor may have different recommendations for eyeglasses/contacts for everyday wear vs. safety eyewear worn during sports or other activities.

• #57 How to Take Control of Your Child’s Myopia | Cary Family Eye Care

  https://caryfamilyeyecare.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-childs-myopia-a-guide-for-parents/

  Overnight Sight, also known as Orthokeratology or CRT, is currently the most effective option for slowing progressive myopia. In orthokeratology a doctor designs a corneal mold, similar to a rigid contact lens, to be worn at night. The mold gently reshapes the cornea (the front surface of the eye) so that when it is removed in the morning the patient can see clearly without glasses or contact lenses. Correcting vision this way is a very effective way of slowing myopic progression. […] While soft contact lenses generally do nothing to slow the progression of myopia, there are some newer myopia control soft lenses that can be effective at slowing progression. These lenses are specifically designed to help control myopia. […] Atropine is an eye drop that has been shown to slow progression in nearsighted patients. It can be prescribed by your optometrist and is typically used one drop in each eye at bedtime.

• #58

  https://umiamihealth.org/en/bascom-palmer-eye-institute/specialties/pediatric-ophthalmology/pediatric-myopia-(nearsightedness)

  Myopia is the medical term for nearsightedness, one of the most common eye conditions. People with myopia can see close objects clearly, but objects farther away look blurred. Myopia occurs when either the eye is longer than normal from front to back or the cornea at the front of the eye is steeply curved. […] In children, myopia treatment historically consisted of correcting the existing myopia with glasses and contact lenses. However regular eye glasses and contact lenses do not stop the growth of the eye and do not stop the myopia increase. Now treatments are available to slow the progression of myopia and prevent it from getting worse over time. Cutting-edge treatments available at Bascom Palmer’s management of myopia clinical service include myopia control spectacles, low-dose atropine eye drops, and special contact lens fits, including one-day disposable contact lenses. It is reassuring to know that with all these options, we have a treatment choice that will be successful for each child.

• #59 Childhood Myopia | Duke Health

  https://www.dukehealth.org/pediatric-treatments/eye-care/myopia

  Myopia — also called nearsightedness — can interfere with your childs schoolwork, sports, and daily activities. […] Duke pediatric optometrists aim to intervene in myopia progression by identifying and managing the condition as early as possible. […] Controlling the advancement of your childs myopia can improve their long-term vision and eye health and may reduce their risk for more serious eye conditions — including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular disease — when they are adults. […] Duke pediatric optometrists use the latest advances to correct your childs vision and manage myopia progression. […] Myopia consultations are longer than typical eye appointments to allow enough time for a thorough evaluation and to discuss appropriate treatment options and expectations. […] If your child is a candidate for myopia treatment, they may receive one of these options.

• #60 Childhood Myopia | Duke Health

  https://www.dukehealth.org/pediatric-treatments/eye-care/myopia

  Multifocal soft contact lenses worn during the day can slow the eye elongation responsible for myopia. […] A low-dose prescription eyedrop given before bedtime can slow the progression of myopia in children. […] Ortho-K lenses are firm, custom-made contact lenses worn overnight to temporarily reshape the surface of the eye. […] Pediatric eye specialists at the nationally ranked Duke Eye Center are experienced in evaluating and caring for infants and children. […] We use the latest advances in pediatric ophthalmology to optimize your childs vision and eye health.

• #61 Nearsightedness – Private Eyes Optometry

  https://privateeyesoptometry.com/nearsightedness/

  Nearsightedness affects both children and adults; however, the incidence of myopia in children is rapidly increasing, likely due in part to the increase in screen time and decrease in outdoor activities, both of which contribute to focusing fatigue. […] While ordinary glasses and contact lenses can treat the symptom of nearsightedness, improving daily vision, they do not stop the progression of myopia in children. […] However, newer treatments have been clinically proven to slow the progression of myopia, and even provide clear vision during the day with overnight treatment. […] The goal of early intervention is to reduce the peak prescription by reducing eyeball elongation. […] Every diopter of increase in prescription leads to a significant increase in the risk of eye disease and ocular conditions.

• #62 Nearsightedness – Private Eyes Optometry

  https://privateeyesoptometry.com/nearsightedness/

  Atropine eye drops are currently the most effective way to treat myopia. […] By disabling the focusing mechanisms, the eye has a chance to relax, fatigue is reduced, and the progression of myopia can be slowed. […] Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) is a highly effective therapy for both correcting vision and slowing myopia progression. […] Recent studies have shown that soft multifocal contact lenses can slow the progression of myopia and elongation of the eye. […] Depending on the child, the child’s age, and the speed of myopia progression, two or more treatment methods can be prescribed at the same time.

• #63 Nearsightedness Can Diminishes Your Pleasure Of Daily Activities – Massapequa Optometric Care

  https://massapequaoptometriccare.com/nearsightedness-can-diminishes-your-pleasure-of-daily-activities/

  Short-sightedness is known to run in families, therefore, you have a higher risk of developing it if one or both of your parents are also short-sighted. There are approximately 40 genes linked to short-sightedness per research studies. […] Not wearing glasses will not improve nearsightedness. Your vision should improve when wearing glasses which will help correct eye issues. It is important to note that not wearing glasses can result in eyesight loss symptoms recurring. Always follow your doctor’s recommendations and wear your glasses. […] The quality of your vision detracts from your enjoyment of activities. […] Please see your eye doctor immediately if you are experiencing nearsightedness symptoms.

• #64

• #65 Myopia Management at Bakersfield Eye Care Optometric Center

  https://www.bakersfieldeyecare.com/eye-care-services/myopia-control-for-nearsightedness/

  Regular comprehensive eye exams for your child at all stages of their development is extremely important to ensure a childs vision will develop as it should and to diagnose any eye conditions that may be affecting your child. […] However, one of the leading causes of ocular disease in adults that continues to progress is myopia or nearsightedness. […] Myopia control is oriented to slow down or stop the progression of myopia since over the past few decades myopia has increased at an alarming rate. […] Unfortunately, the percentage of moderate to high myopia has grown in number and myopia control is becoming a major consideration for parents their childs eye health. […] The rate of progression of myopia has been linked to the development of cataracts. […] Studies have shown that nearsighted people have a 2-3x greater risk at Glaucoma. […] Levels of myopia also have a correlation to detached retinas. […] When your childs vision is not functioning properly, learning and participation in recreational activities will suffer. […] Myopia control attempts to reduce the number of changes that may occur in your childs vision.

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