Dr. Everett answers the question: 'What Is Myopia And How Common Is It?' Aug. 24, 2009— -- Question: What is myopia (nearsightedness) and how common is it? Answer: Myopia, otherwise known as ...

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common eye condition. More than 40% of Americans can't see clearly at a distance because their eye is longer than normal. Usually myopia doesn't cause any problems ...

If you've ever found yourself driving down the highway and noticed that billboards, traffic signs or vehicles in the distance appear blurry, chances are you're experiencing some form of myopia. This ...

Myopia (shortsightedness) is the most common ocular abnormality with growing prevalence worldwide and in a progressive nature in children, which have both contributed to a recent surge in interest.

For people living with myopia, much of life — and in particular, life as viewed from a distance — is one big blur. The eye problem, also known as nearsightedness or shortsighteness, is marked by not ...

Myopic macular degeneration (MMD), or pathological myopia, occurs when high myopia (severe nearsightedness) stretches the retina, causing symptoms like blurry vision and blind spots. MMD affects up to ...

Modern life takesa toll on bodies. It's easy to tick off the uniquely 21st-century diseases that plague humans today: obesity, heart disease, diabetes. But those are the visible afflictions, the ones ...

There is a growing epidemic that now plagues nearly two billion people worldwide. Its deleterious effects include elongated eyeballs and serious impairment of vision. But this epidemic is not due to a ...

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing concern, especially among children. Increased screen time and reduced outdoor activities are major contributing factors. Early detection is crucial. Symptoms ...

Children today are screen-loving. Phones, laptops, tablets, and televisions have become an integral part of their lives. Many children watch videos for hours, play games, or do schoolwork on the ...