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Myopia is known more commonly as nearsightedness. Individuals with myopia can typically see nearby objects clearly, however distant objects become blurred. Myopia is experienced by as much as a third of the population, and can make the reading of distant highways signs, blackboards, etc. very difficult if not impossible.
Myopia occurs when the eye focuses in front of the retina as opposed to directly on it. This effect is caused by a cornea that is steeper than a normal eye.
The typical signs and symptoms are blurry distance vision which may appear clearer when squinting.
Corrective treatment for myopia can take the form of glasses, contact lenses, or in adults refractive laser eye surgery. Another treatment option which is non-surgical in nature is called orthokeratology which involves wearing a special contact lens that will slowly reshape the cornea.
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