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Understanding Myopia & Modern Treatment Options

What Is Myopia?
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly. This condition occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light entering the eye to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Myopia typically begins in childhood and may worsen during adolescence.
What Is Myopia?
Symptoms of Myopia
Common symptoms of myopia include:
  • Blurred vision when looking at distant objects
  • Difficulty seeing road signs while driving
  • Eye strain or headaches, especially after prolonged reading or screen use
  • Frequent squinting to see clearly
  • Needing to sit closer to the television or move closer to the board in class
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Causes of Myopia
The exact cause of myopia is not fully understood, but several factors contribute to its development:
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Genetics

Myopia often runs in families. If one or both parents are myopic, their children are at higher risk of developing the condition.

Environmental Factors

Prolonged close-up work, such as reading or using digital devices, may increase the risk of developing myopia.

Eye Growth

Rapid changes in eye growth during childhood and adolescence may contribute to the development of myopia.
Myopia Management and Control Programme for Children
Myopia management is especially crucial for children as early intervention can slow the progression of the condition and reduce the risk of complications later in life. At Angel Eye & Cataract Centre, we offer a myopia control programme tailored to young patients. This programme includes:
Lifestyle Modifications
Our programme also emphasises the importance of managing screen time, ensuring proper lighting during reading or close-up tasks, and encouraging outdoor activities to help manage myopia.​
Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops
Low-dose atropine eye drops can slow the progression of myopia in children and adolescents.​
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
Specially designed contact lenses worn overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea, providing clear vision during the day without the need for corrective lenses.​
Treatment Options
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Treatment Options for Myopia
Several treatments can help with myopia control, improve your overall vision clarity:
Eyeglasses
Prescription lenses can correct the refractive error and improve distance vision. Glasses are a simple and effective solution for most people with myopia.
Contact Lenses
Contact lenses provide a wider field of vision compared to glasses and are available in various types, including daily, bi-weekly, and monthly disposables.
Refractive Surgery
Procedures like LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) and PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) can permanently reshape the cornea to correct the refractive error and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Orthokeratology
Also known as Ortho-K, this treatment involves wearing specially designed contact lenses overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea, providing clear vision during the day without the need for corrective lenses.
Pharmacological Treatments
Atropine eye drops in low doses have been shown to slow the progression of myopia in children and adolescents.

Choosing The Right Treatment

Selecting the most suitable method for myopia correction depends on various factors, including:

Severity of Myopia

More severe cases may require surgical options, while mild to moderate myopia can be effectively managed with glasses or contact lenses.

Lifestyle and Preferences

Your lifestyle, work, and personal preferences play a role in choosing between glasses, contact lenses, or surgical options.

Age and Eye Health

Young children may benefit from orthokeratology or pharmacological treatments to slow progression, while adults may consider refractive surgery for permanent correction.

Meet Our Doctor

Dr Allan Fong

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Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist

BBM, PBM, MBBS (S’pore), MMed (Ophth),
FRCS (Edinburgh), MRCOphth (London), FAMS

Medical Director
Senior Consultant Eye Surgeon
Visiting Consultant @ SNEC
Adjunct A/Professor, Duke-NUS

Dr Allan Fong is a highly skilled ophthalmologist with in-depth experience in managing various vision problems, including myopia. His expertise encompasses both traditional and advanced treatment options, ensuring that each patient receives care suited to their unique needs.

As a Senior Consultant at Angel Eye & Cataract Centre, Dr Fong takes the time to know his patients, considering their health profiles in relation to every treatment plan.

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Don’t let myopia affect the way you live. At Angel Eye & Cataract Centre, we offer comprehensive myopia care tailored to your unique needs. Schedule a consultation or make an enquiry today!

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Frequently Asked Questions About MYOPIA CONTROL

We understand you may have many questions about myopia control. Here are answers to some of the most common queries about myopia symptoms, treatments, and expected outcomes.

How is myopia diagnosed?
Myopia is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam that includes visual acuity tests, a refraction test, and measurements of the eye’s shape and size.
Yes, treatments such as orthokeratology and low-dose atropine eye drops have been shown to slow myopia progression in children.
Managing screen time, ensuring proper lighting for reading, and taking regular breaks from close-up tasks can help reduce eye strain and may assist in managing myopia.
Regular eye exams are important for monitoring changes in vision and updating prescriptions. Annual exams are generally recommended, but the frequency may vary based on individual needs.
Yes, myopia can affect both eyes, but it’s common for one eye to be more myopic than the other. Regular eye exams are essential for monitoring and managing myopia in both eyes.

Myopia causes blurry distance vision as the eyeball grows too long.

Myopia control in Singapore includes glasses, contacts, atropine drops and Ortho-K.

Myopia control lenses in Singapore reduce eye strain and slow myopia progression.

Myopia control contact lenses reshape the cornea to slow myopia and improve vision.

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At Angel Eye & Cataract Centre, we combine modern technology with personalised care to provide our patients with optimal visual outcomes. Dr Allan Fong is dedicated to enhancing your vision and your quality of life.
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