Myopia in children usually increases slowly in adulthood, when eye development is complete and the need to use the eyes is relatively reduced.
Myopia is a common ophthalmologic disorder, a type of refractive error, usually due to a combination of genetic factors and poor eye habits. Before the age of 18, myopia can increase rapidly due to underdevelopment of the eyeballs and a greater need for close-up eye use. If myopic children do not pay attention to improving their bad eye habits, myopia can increase further.
After the age of 18, the myopia of most myopic patients can be gradually stabilized. However, myopia may continue to increase if the patient still has a high eye demand and is fatigued.
It is recommended that myopic patients seek medical attention to evaluate their condition and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment and care.