
Is your child struggling to see the board at school? Do they squint their eyes while watching TV? Or maybe they complain of headaches after screen time?
All of these may be signs of nearsightedness (myopia), the most common eye disease amongst children. Myopia is a disease where objects nearby are clear but objects far away appear blurry. Myopia typically occurs because the eyeball grows too long during childhood. Myopia rates amongst children are growing dramatically due to a lack of outdoor time and potentially more near work like reading and device use.
That’s why early detection and intervention are crucial. Myopia management can help slow the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child's vision for the future.
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Myopia management, also referred to as myopia control, is the use of specific treatments to slow the progression of nearsightedness in children. Untreated, myopia in children usually progresses and their vision gets worse throughout childhood. Myopia management also helps reduce the risk of vision-threatening diseases associated with high myopia later in life — including glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal disease.
Myopia Mangement FAQ's
Slow myopia progression: Left untreated, myopia can worsen over time. Myopia management can help slow this progression, protecting your child's vision for the future.
Reduce the risk of eye problems: Untreated high myopia can increase the risk of serious eye diseases later in life. Myopia management helps reduce this risk.
Improve your child's quality of life: Clear vision is essential for learning, playing sports, and enjoying everyday activities. Myopia management can help ensure your child experiences the world clearly.