Myopie - Nearsightedness

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is an eye disorder in which a person has difficulty seeing objects in sharp focus in the distance. Persons with myopia usually do not have problems seeing nearby objects, such as books or computer screens, but experience blurriness or blur when looking at distant objects.

Myopia occurs when the eye's refractive power is too strong or when the eye is too long in relation to its refractive power. This results in the image of distant objects being projected in front of the retina instead of on it, creating a blurred image.

Myopia can vary in severity, from mild to high myopia. It is often corrected with glasses or contact lenses that compensate for the refractive error, improving distance vision. There are also surgical procedures, such as LASIK or lens implants, that can be considered to permanently correct the refractive error.