Can eyesight be restored?

Jun 03, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am 25 years old and have been nearsighted since childhood. I would like to know whether my vision can be restored.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jia Xinguo
Hello, reduced vision can result from numerous causes. In some cases, vision can be restored to normal with appropriate treatment, while in others, it cannot—and vision may even deteriorate further. Therefore, the immediate priority is to determine the underlying cause of your vision loss. Common causes include: 1. Refractive errors, such as myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness); 2. Cataracts; 3. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other macular disorders. I hope this information is helpful. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!