Myopia (short-sightedness) means distant objects look blurry while near vision may still be clear. It often starts in school-age children and can progress with growth. Increased near work (books, mobile screens) and less time outdoors are well-known risk factors in population studies — something many families in Tohana and nearby villages are seeing more often.
Signs parents may notice
- Squinting to see the blackboard or TV from a normal distance
- Sitting very close to screens or holding books very near the face
- Headache or eye strain in the evening
Practical steps
Encourage daily outdoor play in good light, limit recreational screen time by age, and ensure good reading posture and lighting. Regular refraction (spectacle number check) is arranged by your ophthalmologist. Our pediatrics team works alongside family priorities on overall child health, growth, and vaccination — while the eye department handles visual assessment, spectacle fitting, and referral pathways when a child needs a detailed eye work-up (including for progressive myopia).
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