At a typical family dinner, when the child complains that his vision is blurry again and needs to change to glasses with a higher count, the father responds worriedly: "Is it because you always wear glasses, so the prescription is getting deeper and deeper?" This scene, which continues to play out in many families, reflects a deep-seated concern: the more you wear glasses, the deeper your myopia becomes. 
This issue has not only sparked anxiety among countless families, but has also provoked widespread discussion in our society. As myopia becomes more common, misconceptions and rumors about the causes, effects, and prevention and control measures of myopia are also increasing. But what is the truth in this fog of confusion and misunderstanding? This article aims to uncover the truth about myopia, analyze the real relationship between wearing glasses and myopia progression from a medical perspective, and provide scientific and effective myopia management and prevention strategies. Together, we'll learn why most common beliefs about myopia are based on misinformation, and how to maintain our and our family's vision health in the right way. Join us as we bust these myths about myopia and learn how to protect our precious vision in a scientific way. Myopia, or as it is"Short-sightedness"is a common vision problem that affects the daily lives of hundreds of millions of people around the world. When it occurs, the anterior and posterior diameters of the eyeball become longer, causing distant objects to be blurred in front of the retina. Although prolonged close use of electronic devices is widely considered to be the culprit for the development of myopia, in reality, the formation of myopia is the result of a combination of factors. The role of genetic factors The development of myopia is significantly influenced by genetic factors. If one or both parents are nearsighted, the probability of the child developing myopia is significantly higher. This does not mean that the occurrence of myopia is entirely genetically determined, but rather that the genetic background provides for the development of myopia"Soil"。Environmental factors, especially prolonged close work and reading, and reduced time spent outdoors, are closely associated with the increase in myopia. Outdoor activities are thought to help prevent the further progression of myopia, probably because outdoor light helps release dopamine in the eye, a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in inhibiting the overgrowth of the eyeball. Wearing glasses to correct myopia is mistaken by some people for causing myopia to progress. In fact, there is no scientific basis for this view. Proper vision correction is essential to prevent further deterioration of vision. Glasses: Not the culprit, correct vision correction can help people with myopia to focus better on distant objects, thus reducing the burden on their eyes. There is no evidence that moderate use of corrective lenses leads to myopia progression. Conversely, not wearing glasses or wearing glasses with inaccurate prescriptions may exacerbate myopia due to overuse of the eyes. The importance of scientific glasses: professional eye examination and accurate prescription glasses are the key to preventing myopia progression. Regular eye exams can not only ensure that the prescription of the glasses matches the condition of vision, but also monitor the progression of myopia and adjust the strategy in time. 
Myopia has always been a hot spot in ophthalmic medical research, and with the advancement of science and technology, the method of myopia is also constantly innovating. Below, we will explore two modern** methods of myopia: laser correction surgery and orthokeratology lens technology, both of which represent the cutting edge of vision correction. Laser Correction Surgery: Bright touch laser correction surgery, such as LASIK (excimer laser in situ keratomileusis) and SMILE (small incision orthopedics), is a widely used method of myopia correction. These surgeries improve vision by precisely modifying the shape of the cornea and are suitable for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism within a certain range. LASIK: Corrects vision by making a corneal flap and using a laser to reshape the underlying corneal tissue. The recovery from surgery is fast, and the postoperative vision is significantly improved. SMILE: A newer technology that requires only a tiny incision on the corneal surface, and a small piece of corneal tissue is removed by laser to achieve the correction effect, the incision is smaller, the postoperative recovery is faster, and the impact on the corneal structure is less. The common advantage of these surgical methods is that they are able to provide rapid vision improvement, and most patients achieve driving standards or better after surgery. However, potential risks such as dry eyes, fluctuating vision, or difficulty seeing at night also need to be considered. Therefore, a detailed consultation and assessment with a medical professional is essential. 
Orthokeratology: Orthokeratology (OK lenses) is a non-surgical method of myopia control. By wearing special rigid and breathable glasses at night, the shape of the cornea is temporarily changed, so that patients can have clear vision during the day without wearing glasses or glasses. The biggest feature of OK lenses is their potential to control the progression of myopia in children, and studies have shown that by systematically wearing OK lenses, it can effectively slow down the progression of myopia in children. However, the use of OK lenses requires regular eye examinations to ensure eye health and lens fit, following the guidance of an ophthalmologist.