What are the methods for treating myopia?

Jul 10, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have some mild myopia in my own eyes and would like to consider correction. I would like to ask, what are the available methods for treating myopia?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
The main treatment options for myopia include: 1. Eyeglasses: Wearing properly prescribed glasses helps focus light correctly on the retina, improving vision. 2. Contact lenses: For individuals who prefer not to wear glasses, soft or rigid gas-permeable contact lenses are alternatives. 3. Laser surgery: Procedures such as LASIK and PRK reshape the corneal surface to correct vision. These surgeries are generally safe and effective, but not suitable for everyone and require evaluation by a physician. 4. Lens implantation surgery: For patients unsuitable for laser surgery, implantation of artificial intraocular lenses, similar to replacing the eye's natural lens, may be considered to improve vision. 5. Vision therapy: For mild myopia, visual training may help strengthen coordination of the eye muscles; however, results vary among individuals and this approach is usually used as an adjunct treatment. 6. Medication: Certain specific eye drops may help slow the progression of myopia, although long-term effectiveness and applicability are still under investigation.