Methods for treating myopia

Jun 19, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

The neighbor's child has myopia and wants treatment. Could you please advise what the available treatments for myopia are?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Myopia treatment mainly falls into two categories: non-surgical and surgical. Non-surgical treatments primarily involve wearing corrective eyewear, such as glasses or contact lenses, to improve vision. Additionally, vision therapy and maintaining good eye habits can effectively prevent further progression of myopia. Surgical treatments include laser corneal refractive surgery (e.g., LASIK) and implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery, which restore vision by altering the eye's refractive state. When selecting a treatment method, factors such as the patient's age, degree of myopia, and corneal thickness should be comprehensively considered. Regardless of the chosen method, treatment should always be conducted under the guidance of a qualified physician, with regular follow-up examinations to ensure optimal outcomes.