Orthokeratology involves wearing a specially designed rigid contact lens overnight. There’s good evidence it can help slow the progression of myopia. But like all treatments, there are risks, too.
Today’s young people don’t play outside as much as their predecessors and are heavy users of electronics.
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Myopia is a major risk factor for serious eye diseases. It has become epidemic among children, particularly because of their heavy use of electronic devices.
Glasses help people to see by focusing light onto the retina.
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