Corneal refractive therapy CRT is a similar treatment that involves using a special type of corneal reshaping contact lens. Why choose Ortho-k? Ortho-k treatment can also be cheaper than undergoing laser eye surgery. If natural health is important to you, there are lots of things you can do to keep your eyes healthy.
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You can't prevent nearsightedness at this time. Some studies suggest you may be able to slow its progression though. You can, however, help protect your eyes and your vision by following these tips:. No matter which type of eye specialist you choose, here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment.
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This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Diagnosis Nearsightedness is diagnosed by a basic eye exam, which includes a refraction assessment and an eye health exam. More Information Eye exam. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic.
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American Optometric Association. You should talk to your doctor or surgeon about each procedure so you're fully aware of any risks involved. The younger they are when they start becoming short-sighted, generally the faster their vision deteriorates and the more severe it is in adulthood. But it may be slowed by treatments involving eye drops of a medication called atropine, or special contact lenses. Research has shown that atropine eye drops can slow the progression of short-sightedness, but it can cause side effects at high strengths such as difficulty reading and sensitivity to bright light.
Orthokeratology and bifocal contact lenses may also slow down short-sight progression in children, but possibly not as much as the eye drops, and they carry small risks. Page last reviewed: 30 July Next review due: 30 July Corrective lenses Glasses Short-sightedness can usually be corrected using glasses made specifically to your prescription. The thickness and weight of the lenses you need will depend on how short-sighted you are.
Contact lenses Contact lenses can also be used to correct vision in the same way as glasses. Some opticians very occasionally use a technique called orthokeratology. Your optician can advise you about the most suitable type of contact lenses for you.
Read more about contact lens safety. Availability and cost You can get vouchers towards the cost of glasses or contact lenses if you're eligible for example, if you're under 16 years of age or you receive Income Support. Laser eye surgery Laser eye surgery involves using a laser to burn away small sections of your cornea to correct the curvature so light is better focused onto your retina. There are 3 main types of laser eye surgery: photorefractive keratectomy PRK — where a small amount of the cornea's surface is removed, and a laser is used to remove tissue and change the shape of the cornea laser epithelial keratomileusis LASEK — similar to PRK, but involves using alcohol to loosen the surface of the cornea so a flap of tissue can be lifted out of the way, while a laser is used to alter the shape of the cornea; the flap is then put back in place afterwards laser in situ keratectomy LASIK — similar to LASEK, but a smaller flap of cornea is created These procedures are usually carried out on an outpatient basis, so you won't normally have to stay in hospital overnight.
Which procedure is best? PRK can be a bit painful and it can take several months for your vision to stabilise afterwards. Results The results of all 3 techniques are usually good. Most people who have laser surgery report that they're happy with the results. Also, as with any type of surgery, laser surgery carries the risk of complications. Risks and complications Laser eye surgery does carry risks, including: dry eyes — this will usually last a few months, during which time you can lubricate your eyes with special eye drops removal of too much cornea tissue — this occurs in around 1 in 20 cases and could leave you with an eye that's long-sighted reduced night vision — this usually passes within 6 weeks haze effect around bright lights — this will usually pass within 6 to 12 months There's also a small risk of potentially serious complications that could threaten your vision, such as the cornea becoming too thin or infected.
But these problems are rare, occurring in less than 1 in every cases. Make sure you understand all the risks involved before deciding to have laser eye surgery. Who can't have laser surgery?
You may also not be suited to laser surgery if you: have diabetes — this can cause abnormalities in the eyes that can be made worse by laser surgery to the cornea are pregnant or breastfeeding — your body will contain hormones that cause slight fluctuations in your eyesight, making precise surgery difficult have a condition that affects your immune system , such as HIV or rheumatoid arthritis these conditions may affect your ability to recover after surgery have other problems with your eyes , such as glaucoma increased pressure in the eye or cataracts cloudy patches in the lens of the eye Laser eye surgery can generally be effective for people with a prescription of up to D.
Find out more about diagnosing short-sightedness If your short-sightedness is more severe, lens implants may be more appropriate. Availability and cost Laser surgery isn't usually available on the NHS because other treatments, such as glasses or contact lenses, are considered to be equally, if not more, effective.
This means you'll usually have to pay for surgery privately. Lens implant surgery Lens implant surgery is a relatively new type of surgery for short-sightedness. The lenses are specially designed to help focus light more clearly on to the retina. There are 2 main types of lens implant: phakic implant — where an artificial lens is placed into your eye without removing your natural lens; usually preferred for younger people whose natural reading vision is normal artificial replacement — where the natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial one, similar to cataract surgery Both types of implant are usually inserted under a local anaesthetic and you'll normally be able to return home the same day.
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