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  1. Nearsightedness - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Apr 19, 2024 · In nearsightedness, the point of focus is in front of the retina, making distant objects appear blurry. Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects …

  2. Nearsightedness (Myopia) - National Eye Institute

    Dec 4, 2024 · Nearsightedness — or myopia — is an eye condition that makes far-away objects look blurry. Read about what causes nearsightedness and how it can be diagnosed and treated.

  3. Nearsightedness and Its Symptoms and Causes - Verywell Health

    4 days ago · Nearsightedness, or myopia, is an eye problem that causes objects at a distance to appear blurry. A nearsighted person can see things up close but has a hard time focusing on …

  4. Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Symptoms &Treatment

    Oct 13, 2023 · Myopia (nearsightedness) means objects that are near are clear and objects that are farther away are blurry. Treatment includes glasses, contacts and surgery.

  5. Nearsightedness: What Is Myopia? - American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Nov 7, 2024 · Nearsightedness (myopia) is when close-up objects look clear but distant objects are blurry. For instance, you can read a map clearly but have trouble seeing well enough to …

  6. What Are Myopia (Nearsightedness) and Myopia Progression?

    Jul 25, 2025 · Myopia (nearsightedness) is a refractive error that causes blurry distance vision. It is the most common cause of impaired vision in people under the age of 40. Myopia usually …

  7. Myopia (Nearsightedness): Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms - WebMD

    Apr 1, 2024 · Myopia or nearsightedness is a condition that keeps you from clearly seeing things far away. You may have mild myopia or severe myopia that continues to get worse over time.

  8. Myopia - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    What is myopia? Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common refractive error where distant objects appear out of focus. Nearsightedness occurs either because the eyeball is too …

  9. Nearsightedness: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    Jul 9, 2024 · Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye. If you …

  10. Nearsightedness: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

    Aug 19, 2025 · If so, you may have nearsightedness, also known as myopia. In this article, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for nearsightedness, providing you with …