Nearsightedness

Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, can cause blurry vision and make tasks like reading or driving difficult. At Medina Eye Care in San Antonio and Castroville, TX, we provide comprehensive eye exams to learn more about your condition and treatment to help you see clearly. Before visiting us, we invite you to keep reading to learn more about myopia and why treatment is important!

Understanding Nearsightedness

People with nearsightedness can often see objects that are close clearly, while those that are far away appear blurry. If you have this condition, you may experience headaches, eye strain, and need to squint while reading or looking at signs. Since nearsightedness can become worse with age, it is important to seek treatment as soon as you start noticing any symptoms.

How to Prevent Myopia

If both parents have myopia, there is an increased chance a child may also be nearsighted. Our optometrist recommends taking frequent breaks from digital devices and going outdoor more frequently. Along with that, it’s important that you have proper lighting when reading or doing other near work. Visiting us regularly is also crucial, as it can detect nearsightedness early. If our eye doctor confirms that you have myopia, we can prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses to improve your vision. We can also discuss surgical procedures like LASIK surgery if glasses and contacts are not as effective.

Contact us for an Appointment Today

At Medina Eye Care in San Antonio and Castroville, TX, we understand that nearsightedness can affect your daily activities. To schedule your eye exam and learn more about our treatments, contact our San Antonio office at (210) 225-4141 or our Castroville location at (830) 931-2328 today. When you’re seeking an optometrist near me, we look forward to assisting you!