Nearsightedness Learning Center
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Nearsightedness is when the eyes focus incorrectly, making distant objects appear blurred. |
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Symptoms
Blurred vision or squinting when trying to see distant objects (children often cannot read the blackboard, but can ea...
Causes
A nearsighted person sees near objects clearly, while objects in the distance are blurred. As a result, someone with ...
Tests
A general eye examination, or standard ophthalmic exam may include: Measurement of the pressure of fluid in the eyes;...
Treatments
You can compensate for nearsightedness by wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses, which shift the focus point to the re...
Complications
Complications can occur in people who use contact lenses (corneal ulcers and infections; Complications of laser visio...
Prevention
There is no way to prevent nearsightedness. Reading and watching television do not cause nearsightedness. In the past...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your ophthalmologist if your child shows these signs, which may indicate a vision proble...
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