Refractive Errors

If you can see close objects clearly while your distance vision is blurry, then you probably have myopia. Also known as nearsightedness, myopia affects nearly four out of 10 Americans. It is one of the most common eye issues we treat here at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute. Keep reading to learn what causes nearsightedness and how it can be treated to restore clearer distance vision. Understanding Nearsightedness Most cases of nearsightedness occur because the cornea is more oval in shape than the average eye, or because the eye extends further than normal from the face. These differences then… More

When someone is wearing eyeglasses, it is safe to presume that their vision is imperfect, but it may not be apparent exactly what is impairing their vision. The three most common likely culprits are nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. To help their patients understand the difference between these refractive errors, the eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute in Largo, Florida briefly explain each type in this blog. Myopia (Nearsightedness) Nearsightedness is a condition in which the eye has difficulty seeing objects that are further away, but no problem seeing objects up close. The main cause is an… More