A member asked:

I noticed that each time i have an eye exam, the numbers on my form get more minus. is that bad news?

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Myopia: Your myopia or near sightiness is getting worse. Eat well more fruit and vegetables, get plenty of sleep, spend time in the sun and avoid too close up work.

Answered 8/25/2013

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Can be normal: You may slowly get more myopic (nearsighted) as you age. This is common and can be normal. Some people progress all their life and can increase their risk of having myopic degeneration and or retinal detachment, this is not common.

Answered 2/9/2017

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