Myopia (Nearsightedness)
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is one of the most widespread vision conditions globally. It affects how clearly you see distant objects, making them appear blurred while close objects remain sharp. With increasing screen use and lifestyle changes, myopia is becoming more common, especially among children and young adults. What is Myopia? Myopia is a refractive error of the eye. This means that the eye does not bend (refract) light correctly, preventing images from focusing directly on the retina. In a normal eye, light rays are focus precisely on the retina. However, in a myopic eye, light focuses in front of the retina, causing distant objects to look blurry. Causes of Myopia Myopia develops due to several factors, including: 1. Eye shape * The eyeball is too long from front to back * The cornea is too curved Both conditions cause improper light focusing. 2. Genetics * If one or both parents are myopic, the chances of developing myopia increase signi...