What are the complications of myopia?

Maybe if high myopia: Persons who are very nearsighted (high myopia) sometimes have problems with the retina. So, high myopia persons should see their ophthalmologists at least once a year, or more often if recommended by the doctors. Non-medical complications of myopia include getting into accidents, getting hit by balls, getting lost because one can't read signs well, not recognizing people from a distance, etc...

Refractive error: Glasses or contact lenses or refractive surgery can help this. Myopia is a risk factor for retinal tears or detachments. If you ever have new/worse floaters or flashing lights in your vision, you must get a dilated eye exam asap.