Myopia, which is also known as nearsightedness, represents a vision condition in which an object close to the eye is seen clearly, whereas objects farther away appear blurred. The name is derived from the Greek term “muopia,†which means “close to the eyes.â€
Myopia occurs if the eyeball is too long or the cornea, which is the clear outermost layer of the eye, has too much of a curvature. As a result, the light that enters the eye lacks adequate focus, thereby causing distant objects to appear blurred. Myopia is a highly significant problem due to its high prevalence and contribution to visual morbidity. Generally, myopia initially occurs in school-age children and, as the eye continues to grow throughout childhood, the condition typically progresses until the age of 20. However, myopia can also be a significant problem in adulthood due to visual stress or various health conditions such as diabetes mellitus.