Myopia (Nearsightedness)
Known Symptoms
- Blurred vision when viewing distant objects.
- Eye strain during prolonged visual tasks.
- Squinting to improve clarity of distant vision.
- Difficulty recognising distant signs, faces, or text.
Known Causes
- Genetic predisposition and family history of myopia.
- Excessive near work, such as reading or screen use.
- Limited outdoor activity and sunlight exposure.
- Progressive elongation of the eyeball over time.
Care
- Limit screen time and encourage outdoor activities.
- Use corrective lenses like glasses or contact lenses.
- Consider orthokeratology lenses for overnight vision correction.
- Use low-dose atropine eye drops to slow progression.
- Blurred vision when viewing distant objects.
- Eye strain during prolonged visual tasks.
- Squinting to improve clarity of distant vision.
- Difficulty recognising distant signs, faces, or text.
Featured Specialities
Our Speciality Services
Ophthalmology
In our Department of Ophthalmology, we provide comprehensive eye care for all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to complex surgery. Our ophthalmologists diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease (including transplants), retinal disorders, paediatric eye problems, and eye injuries or infections. In addition to advanced diagnostics, such as slit-lamp exams, OCT, perimetry, and imaging, we offer proven treatments such as phacoemulsification, ICLs, retinal and glaucoma surgery, as well as oculoplastic and lacrimal procedures. Care is coordinated with other specialties for safe peri-operative support and rehabilitation, and our clinics and theatres are equipped for day-case and inpatient procedures.
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