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Facts about Myopia

Important statistics and insights related to Myopia in children.

The risk of Myopia in children increases by 3X times when both parents are Myopic.

In India, more than 40% of young population is at risk of developing Myopia.

50% of the world’s population will be Myopic by 2050.

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What is Myopia?

Myopia or near-sightedness, means that the child can see close things clearly but has trouble seeing things far away. It happens because the eyeball is slightly longer than normal from front to back, causing light rays to form images in front of the retina4.

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Do you know Myopia can be progressive?

Yes, the severity of myopia increases in childhood, leading to the progression of Myopia. It is a condition wherein the vision of the child keeps on declining as they grow into adolescence3.

Lifestyle causes and risk factors of Myopia and its progression

Increased screen time

Children using screens for > 3 hours per day are at

4X increased risk of nearsightedness⁵

Sedentary lifestyle

Children with sedentary lifestyles were at

3X increased risk of nearsightedness⁵

Outdoor time

Children who spent < 1 hour outdoors per day were at

5X increased risk of developing nearsightedness⁵

Some of the signs and symptoms

According to United Nations data, countries where Myopia prevalence was estimated and measured as low in the past, such as India, will have major increases by 2050^3,8.

Squinting eyes

Lack of interest in outdoor games

Rubbing eyes

Trouble reading words on a chalkboard at school

Holds books or toys close to their eyes

Lifestyle changes to slow down Myopia progression

The immediate thing you can do is limit your child's screen time and ensure more hours are spent outdoors. During the growth spurts of the pre-teen and teen years, Myopia can worsen. Thus, reduction of visual stress becomes important.

Visit an Ophthalmologist