Myopia in San Antonio, TX
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Contact UsWhat Is Myopia?
A little more than 130 million people in the United States are affected by nearsightedness (myopia), making it one of the most prevalent refractive errors. It is a vision impairment that leads to problems with or a lack of ability to see items or focal points that are distant from the eye. This means that far-away items or images may be fuzzy or you may be unable to perceive them altogether.
Keratoconus causes nearsighted vision and also causes astigmatism, a common imperfection of the eye’s curvature that results in blurry vision. You could be diagnosed with severe, moderate, or slight myopia. People who have myopia can generally see very well close up but have difficulty seeing distant things, such as street signs while driving, presentation screens at work or in the classroom, or movie screens.
If you have myopia, we have many options to correct it and help clear up your vision. At her practice in San Antonio, TX, optometrist Dr. Victoria Perez offers diagnoses of sight impairments, like nearsightedness, and offers suitable corrective options that can accommodate your day-to-day activities. Call Texas State Optical Bandera to arrange a refractive exam if you are experiencing shifts in your vision or are experiencing problems seeing far-away items.
How Is Myopia Treated?
Patients who find out they have myopia have a few effective treatment options available based on their prescription and usual routine. Dr. Perez usually prescribes glasses or contact lenses to sharpen vision. Some people choose to use a combination of both to accommodate their personal needs. Texas State Optical Bandera also prescribes specialty lenses for keratoconus, the cause of myopia. Orthokeratology uses myopia-control contact lenses, which are hard, gas-permeable custom-fit lenses, to treat moderate to high levels of myopia and temporarily reshape the cornea. We also recommend MiSight® disposable one-day soft lenses, which are effective in slowing the progression of myopia, altering how light enters and retracts in the eye.
Certain patients could also be candidates for LASIK or PRK surgery for long-lasting results. Tell Dr. Perez if you are interested in laser vision correction, and she will let you know whether you are a good candidate.
How is Myopia Diagnosed?
Finding out if you have myopia is simple and almost always done during a routine eye examination. During this appointment, Dr. Perez will use a visual acuity test to measure how well you can see in detail at various distances. In this test, you will be asked to identify letters on a chart while wearing different corrective lenses. Other routine evaluations include a phoropter (also called a refractor) and a retinoscope (a tiny light) to measure how your retinas refract light. Each of these tests is quick and completely noninvasive, so patients can feel entirely at ease. After your tests are finished, we can discuss your most effective treatment options.
What Are the Symptoms of Myopia?
Myopia causes individuals to struggle with identifying far-off items, which can impact daily activities like driving or viewing presentations. Here are the primary symptoms that might indicate the presence of myopia:
- Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly, while close-up vision remains sharp
- Needing to squint to see things at a distance
- Headaches caused by eye strain
- Eyestrain or discomfort when trying to focus on far-away objects
- Blurry vision when looking at distant objects
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About UsA Treatable Condition
Neglecting vision that is no longer as great as it used to be may often lead to other uncomfortable symptoms, like headaches and aching eyes. Myopia is a very common refractive error that is treatable for most people who have it. Using prescription lenses or having laser surgery could dramatically enhance the overall well-being of San Antonio, TX men and women. Visit Texas State Optical Bandera to find out more or arrange your exam with Dr. Perez.
Myopia FAQs
What happens if myopia is left untreated?
If myopia is left untreated, it will only continue to get worse. Not just that, it could actually lead to a number of other disorders within your eyes. That's why it's important to meet with a member of our team as soon as possible if you think you might have a myopia.
Does myopia get worse with age?
Myopia usually can continue to progress until you're in your early twenties. However, in some rare cases, it may worsen even after this point. This usually occurs in patients who have a continued elongation of the eye or suffer from regular visual stress.
Can LASIK fix myopia?
In many cases, LASIK can be used to treat myopia. However, this will differ from patient to patient depending on their specific eyes. If you're interested in receiving LASIK, let our staff know and we can determine if you are an ideal candidate for the procedure.
