Please protect your eyes and do not underestimate the dangers of high myopia

High myopia is not just about having thicker lenses than others. Please protect your eyes, as high myopia may cause a series of complications!

What complications does high myopia cause ?

Retinal detachment, degeneration, hemorrhage, tear

Over time, the eye axis lengthens and the tissues at the fundus become thinner, especially when the retina becomes thinner, it is more likely to cause retinal detachment under the action of external forces. Patients may experience decreased vision and always feel that there are dark shadows in front of their eyes. Timely treatment is required to avoid involving the macula and causing other complications.

Macular hole, macular hemorrhage

Due to factors such as elongated eye axis and posterior scleral staphyloma, patients with high myopia are prone to retinal atrophy and degeneration. When atrophy affects the macula, macular hemorrhage and holes may occur. Patients may experience decreased vision, always feel that there are dark shadows or dark spots in front of their eyes, and may see straight objects as curved.

Choroidal neovascularization

The axial length of the eye becomes longer in patients with high myopia, and the eyeball is stretched backward, causing damage to the retina and choroid, which in turn induces choroidal neovascularization. Patients may experience blurred vision and distorted vision. In severe cases, it may lead to permanent visual impairment or even blindness.

How to prevent complications of high myopia?

1. Use your eyes scientifically

Use your eyes properly, get enough sleep, do not overuse your eyes, and do not use your eyes at close range or for a long time, which will make your eyes tired and cause high myopia. In addition, pay attention to eye hygiene and keep your eyes clean. You can do some eye exercises or participate in outdoor activities to relax your eyes.

2. Exercise

Tianjin University Aier Eye Hospital kindly reminds that myopic patients can choose appropriate exercise methods (such as long-distance walking, jogging, swimming, etc.) according to the doctor's advice to enhance physical fitness. Avoid strenuous exercise (such as diving, bungee jumping, etc.) to prevent external impact on the eyes.