Myopia (Nearsightedness)

What causes Myopia?

Myopia occurs when the eyeball is too long relative to the focusing power of the cornea and lens of the eye. This causes light rays to focus at a point in front of the retina, rather than directly on its surface. The result is that distant objects appear blurry while near objects remain clear.

Signs & symptoms of Myopia

• Blurry vision when looking at distant objects
• Squinting or partially closing the eyelids to see clearly
• Headaches caused by eyestrain
• Difficulty seeing while driving, especially at night

These are common ways myopia can manifest and interfere with everyday life.

Treatment options for Myopia

Myopia can be corrected with non‑surgical and surgical options depending on the severity and patient preference.

• Eyeglasses or standard contact lenses: The most common and non‑invasive method to correct the refractive error.
• Refractive surgery: Procedures such as LASIK, PRK, or Refractive Lens Exchange may be appropriate for eligible candidates to reduce or eliminate dependency on glasses or contacts.
• Enhanced Vision Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) is a minimally invasive procedure that places a soft, biocompatible lens inside the eye to correct common vision issues such as myopia (nearsightedness).