Question 1

what is nearsightedness?

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Can't see far things: Nearsightedness (myopia) is a visual acuity problem in which a person cannot see distant objects clearly, but can see near objects just fine. His eyes are unable to clearly focus when looking at objects more than about 10 feet away. An very nearsighted person (high myopia) may be unable to see clearly objects only one or two feet away.

Question 2

what is myopia (nearsightedness)?

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Trouble Seeing Far: Myopia occurs in many people and means you have problems seeing far away but usually don't have trouble reading or seeing things closer to you. Typically it can't be prevented and occurs when the eye becomes a bit more oval or longer in shape. Any changes in vision should be evaluated by a doctor to be sure that it's not something more severe or dangerous. For example, diabetes can affect vision.

Question 3

what is the nearsightedness degree when you get glasses for driving?

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Uncertain: Every state is different, but in ca, you must be able to see a 20/40 target with each eye in order to pass their screening. If you don't, they ask you to obtain an eye exam to document why you can't see 20/40. If the reason is nearsightedness, your license will have a requirement that you wear corrective lenses while driving. Inability to see 20/40 would translate to about -1.50 or greater.

Question 4

can extensive tv/screen time cause nearsightedness in a 4 year old? such conflicting information on google. i read no so continued to allow son to watch tv etc. optometrist said yes it caused his nearsightedness. what is factual?

Accepted Answer

: There is a relationship between screen time on cell phones and i pods. Not much data on TV alone as it is usually across the room.  Just be sure your child gets a lot of time outdoors so his distance vision is stimulated.  And do not use a video device as a baby sitter.  Very unlikely that he is nearsighted at 4 years of age but there are better things at that age for him/her to do than TV.

Question 5

my friend has head ache usually and specially when reading and focusing.she has nearsightedness.what is the problem?and how can we solve it?

Accepted Answer

Made need adjustment: She may have overcorrected glasses.  She need to see her eye doctor for refraction and glasses adjustment.

Question 6

my vision seems fuzzy lately.  can nearsightedness show up in your 30's?

Accepted Answer

Yes,other causes too: Yes, myopia (near-sightedness) can show up in the 30's, although usually will appear earlier. There are many other possible causes for "fuzzy" vision, and you should be examined by an ophthalmologist to find the reason.

Question 7

how common is nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

Very: This is the condition of the eyes in which near vision is generally ok but far vision is blurry.  Also termed myopia.  It is very common to a greater or lesser degree up to about 40% of the population by age 25.  It is usually easily corrected with eyeglass, contact lenses, or refractive surgery like lasik.

Question 8

how do you fix nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

Glasses, contacts : Near sighted people see better up close without glasses, and need glasses for distance vision. Glasses, contact lenses and surgery can be used to help a near sighted person see better.

Question 9

can i decrease nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

Laser surgery/glasse: There is much you can do on your own to decrease near-sightedness. This only means you can't see things far away too well, but things close up are good...So for most people, having near-  is better than far-sightedness etc..
Consult an eye doc--ophthalmologist--for possible glasses, contacts, or even laser surgery if deemed appropriate for your eyes.
Good luck..

Question 10

what are the causes of nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

Nearsghtedness: T?His by abnlarge has a familial component.  In later years it can develop as a cataract type change.

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