There are many people who believe that if they have myopia, they will not develop presbyopia as they age. Is this true? Actually, no, people who are myopia suffer from presbyopia as well.

Why myopia and presbyopia can't cancel each other out

Myopic eyes can't see clearly in the distance, and presbyopic eyes can't see clearly in the distance. Ostensibly, this is a math problem where the pluses and minuses cancel each other out, but the fact is that the causes of these two eye conditions are completely different and do not cancel each other out. Myopia occurs when the eye's axis lengthens, such as when the eyeball becomes oval or the cornea thickens. Presbyopia occurs when the lens in the eye loses its elasticity. Our eyes adjust focus by changing the thickness of the lens. Therefore, myopia is not cured by the appearance of presbyopia. On the contrary, people who already have myopia will not only be unable to see up close, but will also be unable to see at a distance if they develop presbyopia.

Typically, people who are both myopic and presbyopic need two pairs of glasses, a pair of prescription glasses for distance vision and a pair of reading glasses for near vision. In this case, multifocal progressive lenses would be a good choice, and you can use this pair of glasses to see a variety of objects at different distances.

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Tips for eye protection

Regardless of your current vision, it is important to protect it. Here are some eye care tips.

Exercise outdoors. Exercising outdoors can help your eye muscles relax naturally. At the same time, sunlight and exercise stimulate your body to produce beneficial chemicals. But watch out for too much UV radiation, which can damage your eyes.

Eat a balanced diet. Get enough nutrients, such as vitamins and protein. Avoid excessive consumption of foods high in sugar and fat, which can increase your risk of eye disease.

Use your eyes properly. Make sure you get enough distance between you and the screen, and take 20 seconds every 20 minutes to adjust.

Get regular eye exams. Regular eye exams can help detect and treat problems early.

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Wish you a good vision!