Degrees of myopia: Learn about the type of weakness in your vision and examination methods

Recognizing the degrees of myopia is important for all those who suffer from myopia problems, or what is called “near vision”, which is one of the most common problems in the world at the present time, as it affects millions of people of different age groups, and those suffering from this problem suffer from difficulty in seeing distant objects clearly, while close objects appear clear to them Therefore, in our article, we will learn about the degrees of myopia in detail.

How do I know the degree of my myopia?

The method used to measure the degree of myopia is to go to a specialized ophthalmologist, where the doctor performs a set of tests that help him determine the degree of myopia. These tests include the following:

Refraction test: Through this test, the doctor measures the eye’s ability to focus on light.

 Fundus examination: It examines the back of the eyes, including the retina and optic nerve.

The 5 degrees of myopia

Below we review a table showing the five degrees of myopia:

mild myopia

Mild nearsightedness ranges from -0.25 to -1.00 diopters. A person with myopia may have difficulty seeing distant plates during a vision test. They typically do not experience any bothersome symptoms and may only need vision correction for activities that require distant vision, such as watching television or driving.

Moderate myopia

Moderate myopia ranges from -1.00 to -3.00 diopters, and a person has more difficulty seeing distant objects. They may experience headaches or eye strain, and usually need vision correction through contact lenses or glasses to improve overall vision.

severe myopia

Severe myopia ranges from -3.00 to -6.00 diopters. A person sees with great blurring and may have difficulty seeing at night. They are also more susceptible to numerous complications such as retinal detachment and cataracts. This myopia requires strong correction through contact lenses or glasses, and the patient may be a candidate for refractive surgery.

Very mild myopia

The degree of very mild myopia ranges from -6.00 to -8.00 diopters, and the affected person sees distant objects with extreme blurring, and may suffer from vision abnormalities or sensitivity to light, and he is also more susceptible to developing serious complications such as: retinal tear, glaucoma, while requiring strong correction with contact lenses, glasses, or refractive surgery.

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Very severe myopia

Very severe myopia is one in which the degree exceeds -8.00 diopters, and in which the person sees distant objects very blurry, and may suffer from poor vision in general, and he is also more susceptible to serious complications such as vision loss, while this myopia requires Strong correction with contact lenses, glasses, or refractive surgery.

Degrees of natural myopia

Degrees of normal myopia are those in which the score is 6/6 or 20/20, a condition in which a person sees distant and close objects clearly, without the need for vision correction.

Degrees of myopia in children

Myopia is common in children, especially school-age ones. Its severity changes rapidly during childhood and then usually stabilizes into adulthood. It is important to monitor children’s eye health regularly, as well as to correct any nearsightedness to ensure their vision develops properly.

Degrees of simple myopia

The term simple myopia is sometimes used to describe moderate or mild myopia, and there is no specific and clear definition of simple myopia, as its use may vary from one doctor to another.

Get ready for clear vision with the examinations at Batal Specialized Complex in Jeddah

At Batal Specialized Eye Complex in Jeddah, we provide the latest accurate vision examination devices to determine degrees of myopia with high accuracy, under the supervision of consultants specialized in correcting vision defects.

Whether you suffer from mild or severe myopia, our center offers advanced treatment solutions including eyeglasses, high-quality contact lenses, and laser vision correction surgeries.

 Book your appointment today at Batal Specialized Complex in Jeddah to know your exact degree of vision and begin the journey of improving your vision with confidence and clarity