mYOPIA: FAST EMERGING EPIDEMIC OF EYES IN 21ST CENTURY

Myopia has been a cause of concern for the scientists over a long time, however since the spread of Covid 19 in 2020 has only exacerbated this problem & forced the Ophthalmologists & Myopia researchers to conduct studies & come up with findings & possible preventive solutions. 

Several studies have shown that prolonged exposure to near work viz studies, excessive digital device usage & gaming etc has impacted the eyes a lot.

Among other reasons, especially for younger folks the changed lifestyle has contributed a major role due to lesser outdoor exposure, longer indoor stay together with excessive screen usage has resulted in significant jump in Myopia.

Apart from new age problems like dryness in eyes, disrupted sleep cycle, postural discomfort, mental health issues etc. One of the threatening effects on the eyes was found to be that of Myopia resulting in physical change in eye structures such as thinning of cornea & retina in some cases. 

In the long run myopia is responsible for other serious complications.

The myopia is spreading now at an alarming rate. 

Top Scientists & researchers have now predicted, nearly 50% of world's population will be myopic by 2050.

The adverse effects of myopia include-

* Requirement of constant use of eyeglasses or contact lenses to lead normal life

* High possibility of eye diseases in future such as cataract, glaucoma & other retinal complications in cases of high myopia

* Performance issues in some sports activities

* Restrictions in certain job areas

We at J.B. Opticians have incorporated the new norms of myopia management in our practice, recommended by WCO, the top global Optometry regulatory body.

These include:

Regular preventive eye check ups

Counselling on myopia control in young children & teenagers.

Advice on Lifestyle & behavioral changes

Special Myopia control spectacles 

Contact lens etc.

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