In general, as myopia worsens, the risk of other eye complications increases. This is especially true among people with high myopia, which is defined as a spherical equivalent worse than −5.0 or −6.0 diopters[1][2].
Potential complications of high myopia include:
People with high myopia should be proactive with their eye health by having regular eye exams and taking breaks from near-work activities to reduce eye strain. Being proactive in this way can help mitigate the risk of complications or reduce the severity of complications if they do occur.
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