My eye prescription is -5.25 in the right eye and -4.50 in the left eye, and I am very stressed about the risk of blindness. What medications, eye drops, or medical treatments can I use to manage my vision and prevent it from worsening?
Please rest assured, your prescription represents moderate myopia, which is very common and highly unlikely to cause blindness. To help prevent your vision from worsening, options include low-dose atropine eye drops, specialised multifocal contact lenses, or Ortho-K overnight lenses, which are particularly effective during youth and young adulthood. For adults, regular comprehensive eye exams are the single most important step to monitor retinal health and prevent complications. Corrective procedures like LASIK can improve your sight but won?t alter the eye?s physical shape. Ensure you take regular screen breaks and spend time outdoors to support overall eye health.
