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What is Myopia?
Near-sightedness or short-sightedness, or myopia, as it is medically termed, is a vision condition in which close objects are seen clearly, but objects farther away appear blurred.The degree of your near-sightedness affects your ability to focus on distant objects. People with severe near-sightedness can see clearly only objects just a few inches away, while those with mild near-sightedness may clearly see objects up to several yards away.
You can easily correct the condition with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Another treatment option for near-sightedness is surgery.
Diagnosis
- Eye test
- Retinoscopy
FAQs prepared by doctor
1. What is myopia?Near-sightedness or short-sightedness, or myopia, as it is medically termed, is a vision condition in which close objects are seen clearly, but objects farther away appear blurred.
The degree of your near-sightedness affects your ability to focus on distant objects. People with severe near-sightedness can see clearly only objects just a few inches away, while those with mild near-sightedness may clearly see objects up to several yards away.
2. Is this condition hereditary?
Yes, it is hereditary and generally occurs in childhood. The condition worsens as age increases.
3. What to do when one is suffering from such condition?
One shall get eyes checkup regularly (Regardless how well you see). Protect your eyes from sun, eat healthy foods and use right glasses and good lighting
4. When shall one consult a doctor?
One shall consult a doctor when there is difficulty in reading and holding books very close while reading or pain in the eyes appears with glaucomatous condition
5. Is surgery the best option?
One can easily correct the condition with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Another treatment option for near-sightedness is surgery but surgery is less often associated with complications