Vision Complications

Myopia

Myopia (Nearsightedness) is a common cause of blurred vision. If you are nearsighted, objects in the distance appear blurry and out of focus. You might squint or frown when trying to see distant objects clearly. Nearsightedness is usually a variation from normal, not a disease. Less often, nearsightedness happens because of another disease or condition.

Signs and symptoms

Near-sighted vision (left) Normal vision (right)

Myopia presents with blurry distance vision but generally gives good near vision. In High myopia, even near vision is affected and patients cannot read without their glasses for distance

How is nearsightedness treated?

Persons with nearsightedness have several options available to regain clear distance vision. They include:

• eyeglasses
• contact lenses
• orthokeratology
• laser and other refractive surgery procedures
• vision therapy for persons with stress-related nearsightedness