which condition is also known as nearsightedness?
What Is Myopia (Nearsightedness)? Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common type of refractive error where close objects appear clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. Myopia often progresses throughout the teenage years when the body (including the eye) is growing rapidly. People with myopia have a higher risk of detached retina and glaucoma.