MYOPIA CONTROL: PREVENTING MYOPIA PROGRESSION IN CHILDREN

Did you know that sleeping late among children and young adults is linked with myopia development?

Did you also know that the more myopia progresses, the more the child is at risk of developing myopic macular degeneration, retinal detachments, and all forms of vision-threatening complications?

Enough of the seeming scare; we will discuss the way forward, shall we?

If you have a myopic child, visit an Optometrist and inquire if they offer the services of myopia control, and if they do, please opt for it immediately. You may be wondering what we mean by myopia control.

WHAT IS MYOPIA CONTROL?

Myopia control refers to the techniques used to slow down myopia (nearsightedness) progression in children and young adults; myopia control aims to reduce the likelihood of developing high myopia, which increases the risk of eye problems like cataracts, retinal detachment, and glaucoma. Although there are surgical interventions that take care of myopia, myopia control is not a surgical intervention. It entails carrying out specific tests coupled with a specialized form of spectacles, contact lenses, and drugs that help to stop myopia progression.

Say NO to myopia progression by enrolling in a myopia control program today.

CONCLUSION

While myopia (nearsightedness) is a common vision problem correctable with conventional glasses, it can also progress rapidly in children and young adults. This rapid progression increases the risk of developing serious eye problems later in life. For parents or guardians of children with myopia, the first step to a future of healthy vision lies in preventing high myopia. Therefore, taking proactive steps to slow its progression lays the groundwork for a lifetime of healthy vision.

Do not wait! Seize the opportunity to control your child or young adult’s myopia. Consult an Optometrist specializing in myopia control to determine the best treatment for children and young adults.

Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions, and also to enroll in a myopia control program, you can visit us at TREETOP VISION EYE CENTRE (TREVEC), the best eye clinic in Utako, Abuja.

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