Extreme Myopia & Farsightedness: Signs, Causes and Options
Valley Laser Eye Centre | Conditions
About Extreme Myopia & Farsightedness
What Is Extreme Myopia & Farsightedness?
People with extreme nearsightedness are diagnosed with over – 8.00 diopters of myopia, Those with extreme farsightedness have over + 2.75 diopters of hyperopia. In both cases, their vision is so impaired it is debilitating, and they need glasses or contacts just to function.
What Causes Extreme Myopia & Farsightedness?
In extreme nearsightedness, the cornea is excessively steep and/or the eye is extremely long so light rays are focused in front of the retina. The eye cannot focus properly, especially on objects in the distance. In extreme farsightedness, the eye is extremely short and/or the cornea is excessively flat. When light rays enter the eye they are focused behind the retina giving blurred vision. The blur is even worse when looking at near objects.
The Symptoms
What Are The Signs of Extreme Myopia & Farsightedness?
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Blurred vision at all distances
The Options
What are my options to correct my vision?
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ICL
It’s the procedure of choice for patients with myopia aged below 50.
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RLE
This is usually the best option for people aged 50 and up, especially if they want to correct near vision as well as distance.
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