Risk Factors of Myopia

Myopia is surging globally, driven by lifestyle factors, with outdoor time offering key protection

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Myopia prevalence has increased globally from 23% in 2000 to an estimated 34% in 2020, with projections nearing 50% by 2050.
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High myopia significantly raises the risk of serious eye conditions, including myopic maculopathy, retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataract.
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Family history is a strong predictor of myopia, with children of myopic parents facing doubled or quintupled risks depending on parental myopia.
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Increasing outdoor time is a protective factor against myopia, with studies showing that an additional hour outdoors can reduce incidence by 45%.
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Urban living correlates with higher myopia rates due to limited outdoor access and increased academic pressures, compounding the risk.

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