Problem with eyesight?!
Question:
Problem with eyesight?
I have an issue. I am 16 years old and have a myoptic vision. My right eye is a -5.00 and my left is a -4.50. I went to see my eye doctor today and all he did was measure and look at my eyes without providing any answers on how to improve my vision. Last year I tried vision therapy for about a month but could not make see an improvement in my vision. Since I was 12 or so, My vision has been steadily detiriorating. Is it possible that it will improve later on without corrective surgery? What things can I do to slow down or stop my vision from deteriorating? It is just so depressing...Im only 16 and this is my only medical-related issue. Im just looking for answers on how to best get out of this situation.
Answers:
I was in a similar state as you. At you age, my degree was -2.00 on both sides. But my degree gradually came down when I was in my early 20s. And now, it is about -0.25 to -0.50. Check out the bates method. I have come to learn about the bates method much later in life and have released that in some ways, i have unconsciously followed some of the techniques. i.e. eye relaxation, exercises, looking at soothing green far away objects etc. It is really important that you do not strain your eyes.
Its a long process. Don't expect immediate results. It has to be built into your lifestyle. Prolonged focus on TV and computer screens are often the common culprits. The only quick fix is surgery (Lasik) which you are too young to go for.