Nearsightedness
What is nearsightedness?
Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a refractive error which causes nearby objects to be viewed clearly, but those in the distance to be blurred.

It occurs when the cornea shape is too steep or the eye is too long, causing light to come to a focus in front of the retina, resulting in blurred distance vision.

Nearsightedness affects 20% to 30% of the population. It tends to run in families, and typically appears in childhood.

What are its symptoms?
The primary symptom of nearsightedness/myopia is the inability to see distant objects clearly. Those with the condition often complain of headaches, squinting, eye fatigue and eyestrain, often when driving, playing sports, or attempting to focus on objects more than a few feet away.

Nearsightedness is easily diagnosed through standard eye exams

Treatment
Nearsightedness is correctable with prescription glasses or contacts, as well as through refractive surgery options including LASIK, Visian ICL, and Refractive Lens Exchange