Are you concerned that your child might be struggling with their vision? You’re not alone. Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness, is rising worldwide. This makes it more important than ever to address this issue and help our children achieve clear vision. This blog post discusses the causes, signs, and symptoms of childhood myopia, and the importance […]
Refractive Errors: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
People who wear corrective devices every day, be it a pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses, have vision problems in which their eyes fail to focus light properly. About 150 million Americans suffer from refractive errors, experiencing symptoms ranging from blurred vision to eye strain. Read on to learn what causes them, and how they […]
How to Slow the Progression of Myopia in Children
In a recent study, it was predicted that myopia will affect the vision of almost half of the world’s population by 2050. The condition typically starts during childhood when the eyeball elongates, resulting in difficulty viewing far objects.
4 Important Facts You Need to Know About Myopia
Myopia is the most common refractive error in the world. In fact, billions could be affected by this problem by 2050. At Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, we believe that promoting understanding of this condition is one way to save your vision.
