How to Treat Refractive Errors?
Refractive error refers to the condition where parallel light fails to focus normally on the retina after passing through the eye's refractive system while the eye is in a relaxed state of accommodation, instead landing in front of or behind the retina. Based on different refractive components, it can be classified into three types: myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Conditions such as mild myopia or mild hyperopia usually do not require corrective glasses. Symptoms can be alleviated by improving eye habits to avoid eye fatigue and worsening of the refractive error. Maintain a good sitting posture, avoid prolonged use of electronic devices such as mobile phones and computers, and increase outdoor activities to effectively prevent or reduce the progression of refractive errors.
a. Myopia: If the myopia is moderate to severe, a timely refraction examination at the hospital is necessary, and wearing frame glasses or corneal contact lenses can improve vision.
b. Hyperopia: In the case of hyperopia in children, atropine eye drops or other medications can be used under the guidance of a doctor to induce ciliary muscle paralysis, reducing accommodative effort, and achieving the purpose of controlling the condition. Adult patients with hyperopia can also undergo surgical correction, such as laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK).
c. Astigmatism: For those with mild astigmatism, it generally does not affect vision and does not require special treatment. However, for those with significant astigmatism, it is recommended to wear astigmatism corrective glasses as prescribed by a doctor. Daily attention should be paid to proper eye use, avoiding late nights or excessive fatigue, to prevent further worsening of refractive errors. Additionally, maintaining a balanced diet rich in vitamins is beneficial for protecting eye health.
