The most frequent symptom of myopia is the blurred vision of objects that are far away, which makes it difficult to see the bus sign or traffic signs from more than one meter away, for example.
However, other symptoms of myopia can also include:
- Blurry vision from afar, but good up close; Dizziness, headache or pain in the eyes; Close your eyes to see better; Excessive tearing; Need for greater concentration in activities, such as driving; Difficulty being in spaces with lots of light.
The patient may have symptoms of myopia and astigmatism when he has double vision, for example, since astigmatism prevents the individual from observing the limits of objects clearly.
When it is difficult to see both from afar and up close, it can be a symptom of myopia and hyperopia, and treatment should include glasses or lenses to correct both problems.
The patient with signs and symptoms of myopia should consult the ophthalmologist for an eye exam, to identify the appropriate grade to correct the vision problems he has.
Myopia symptoms are usually not aggravated by overuse of the computer or reading in low light, but they can cause increased headache due to tiredness and the feeling of dry eyes.
Symptoms of degenerative myopia
The first symptoms of degenerative myopia include eye more out of orbit, poor vision from afar even with glasses or contact lens, permanent increase in pupil size, black areas, flashing lights or black spots in the field of view.
However, this vision problem can progress very quickly when it is not properly treated, progressing to permanent blindness in the most severe cases.
The symptoms of high myopia are related to the symptoms of degenerative myopia and are diagnosed by the ophthalmologist when the patient has diopters greater than - 6.00 in one eye.
Myopia symptoms in the baby
The symptoms of childhood myopia are similar to those experienced by an adult. However, the child may not refer to them, because for them this type of blurred vision is the only one they know, recognizing it as normal.
Some situations that parents should be aware of in the child's development and that may indicate a case of myopia are:
- Do not see objects from a distance; Difficulty learning to speak; Having difficulty seeing small toys; Difficulty learning at school; Writing with your face very close to the notebook.
To avoid learning difficulties at school, it is recommended that all children have a vision exam before entering school, in order to verify that they are seeing correctly.
Treatment for myopia
Treatment for myopia can be done with the use of contact lenses or corrective glasses, adapted to the degree of myopia of the patient.
In addition, there is also the possibility of surgery for myopia, which can be done from the age of 21 and which reduces the need to use glasses or lenses.
However, myopia has no cure, because even after surgery it can reoccur, due to aging.
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