Nearsightedness

Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common refractive error of the eye where close objects appear clear, but distant objects appear blurred. This occurs when the eye's shape causes incoming light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. The condition often develops during childhood and adolescence and can progress over time. It is typically corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. The severity of nearsightedness is measured in diopters, a unit of optical power.

Nearsightedness meaning with examples

• The child's difficulty seeing the whiteboard in class led to the diagnosis of nearsightedness. Regular eye exams confirmed her prescription and glasses were prescribed. Once fitted with her new glasses she could see clearly in class. With her new lenses, she could focus on distant objects with clarity.
• After struggling to read street signs, the driver realized his nearsightedness had worsened. He went to the ophthalmologist, who confirmed the increase in his myopia and prescribed stronger lenses. Immediately with these new lenses he could read the signs clearly. Now able to safely drive, the driver breathed a sigh of relief.
• The photographer found her nearsightedness was affecting her ability to focus her camera properly. After consulting a specialist she got a new lens. She was able to capture all of her artistic vision now that she can focus. She could see all the detail of the images through the viewfinder.
• The young athlete's poor performance during a game prompted a visit to the eye doctor. His eyesight revealed nearsightedness impacting his game. The athlete got a new lens prescription and he was fitted for contact lenses. Now with corrective lenses, he can see all the way across the field, and play better.