Progressive Myopia: Rapid Worsening and Hard to Control

1/ Progressive Myopia: Rapid Increase and Difficult to Control

Children with progressive myopia often need new glasses as their vision worsens rapidly.

Progressive myopia is not just about a prescription that increases over time. It’s a long-term, silent, and potentially dangerous process where nearsightedness continues to worsen and becomes difficult to manage using conventional methods. In children, this condition may affect visual development, academic performance, and future quality of life. For adults, progressive myopia can severely impact daily activities—working, driving, and enjoying life.

2/ Early Signs of Progressive Myopia

• Prescription increases by more than 0.5D per year
• Frequent need to update glasses every few months
• Blurred vision despite wearing correct glasses
• Frequent headaches and eye strain during reading or studying
• Retinal changes observed during eye exams

3/ Common Causes of Rapid Myopia Progression

4/ Why Progressive Myopia is Dangerous

Early signs of progressive myopia: squinting and eye strain during reading.

As myopia worsens, the axial length of the eyeball increases, stretching the retina and increasing the risk of severe eye conditions such as:

• Retinal detachment, which can lead to permanent vision loss
• Macular degeneration—affecting central vision
• Open-angle glaucoma
• Retinal hemorrhages

5/ Solutions for Managing and Treating Progressive Myopia

6/ Phakic ICL – A Long-Term Solution for Progressive Myopia

Phakic ICL is a biocompatible lens implanted in the eye. It doesn’t involve corneal cutting, doesn’t cause dry eyes, and can be removed if needed. This is an ideal option for patients who:

• Have myopia from -3.00D to -20.00D, with or without astigmatism
• Are post-growth with a stable prescription for at least 1 year
• Have thin corneas or are not suitable for laser surgery

Key advantages:

• Fast, noticeable vision improvement within 24–48h
• Preserves the natural structure of the cornea
• Does not induce dry eye symptoms
• Removable if vision needs change in the future
• FDA & CE approved, over 3 million procedures worldwide

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7/ Expert Advice from TD Eye

• Children aged 5–15 should have eye exams every 6 months
• Frequent prescription changes warrant retinal checkups
• For adults with progressive myopia, Phakic ICL not only improves vision but also prevents future complications

8/ Conclusion

Progressive myopia is a silent threat—but one that can be managed if detected early and treated properly. Don’t wait until vision significantly deteriorates. Take action with regular checkups and explore effective solutions. At TD Eye, we offer a comprehensive, safe, and modern solution through Phakic ICL to help you secure long-term visual health.