Nearsightedness (Myopia)
Symptoms
Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision. If you are nearsighted, you may have:
- Trouble seeing objects that are far away.
- Trouble seeing the blackboard, television, or movie screen.
- Reduced school or athletic performance.
Children younger than age 8 or 9 may not realize that they have trouble seeing objects far away. Parents or teachers may suspect nearsightedness when a child:
- Squints or frowns.
- Holds books or objects very close to the face.
- Sits at the front of a classroom or theatre or close to the TV or computer.
- Is not interested in sports or other activities that require good distance vision.
- Gets headaches regularly.
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| Author: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: August 22, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Carol L. Karp, MD - Ophthalmology Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine | |
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