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What You Need to Know About Childhood Myopia Hero

What You Need to Know About Childhood Myopia

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Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error that usually develops in childhood. People with myopia have trouble seeing distant objects, while their short-range vision remains sharp.

What You Need to Know About Childhood Myopia

Read on as your pediatric eye doctor talks about this condition in detail.

What Causes Myopia

Heredity plays a role in myopia development. If you have relatives with the condition, you may be at a higher risk of developing it too. Myopia is caused by structural irregularities with the shape of the eye. Research conducted by the University of Houston also found a link between impaired retinal processes and progressive myopia.

Controlling Myopia Progression

Although there’s no definite cure for myopia, there are ways to control its progression. For one, you should undergo routine eye exams to let us monitor changes in your visual acuity. This way, we can prescribe eyeglasses or adjust your current lens prescription, improving your eyesight. Children should have their first eye exam at the age of six months, with additional eye exams at age three, six, and every two years thereafter. You should eat eye-friendly foods and exercise daily as well to ensure adequate oxygen and nutrient delivery to your eyes.

For premier eye care, turn to Park Slope Eye. Apart from myopia management, we also provide dry eye treatment, high-quality eyewear and more. Fill out our contact form today to schedule an appointment and learn more about nearsightedness and other vision problems. We serve Brooklyn, NY, and the surrounding communities.

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  • Written by Justin Bazan

    Dr. Justin Bazan is a 2004 SUNY College of Optometry graduate. He established Park Slope Eye in 2008 with the goal of providing high quality eyecare and incredible eyewear for the neighborhood. He has a true passion for optometry and stay up to date with the current research and trends. He is active in the profession and holds several leadership positions on the local, state and national levels. Dr. Bazan is a Park Slope local and can often be seen out in the neighborhood so be sure to say Hi next time you see him!

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