Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Eye power is increasing
I am having myopia from 4 years when i started wearing specs my power was -1.5 in both eyes after every 6 months it increased constantly now it has been 4 years now it reached-3.5 and -3.25 in right and left eyes with astigmatism 0.5 in left
Doctor please tell why it is not stopping now I'm 16 or it will increase more I do tests after every 6 months I want to remove specs it can happen or not. I have taken medicines and good nutritious diet as well but nothing worked what to do please tell
Answers (6)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
You are too early to think about glass removal procedures. Get a proper consult and wear your glasses regularly for now. Maintain a regular follow up with your ophthalmologist and maintain a healthy eye sight.
Everything else ll be done at right time. You need not worry now. Some things progresses with age and so is eye power sometimes.
Next Steps
keep calm and use spectacles
Health Tips
maintain regular follow-up with ophthalmologist
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced eye specialist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+127
Dr. Nikhilesh Shete
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
2 yrs exp
Sangli
After 18 yrs of age usually lasik is performed with mean refractive error is stable for atleast 6 months.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It may stabilise up to the age of 21to 22 years.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Bhopal
Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Awanjala Varshney
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
23 yrs exp
Aligarh
Usually the number stabilizes by 18-20 yrs of age. It increases more at the time of growth spurt.
Good nutritious diet will definitely help.
You can use contact lenses.
After 18 yrs when the number stabilizes you can go for laser surgery for removing specs.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
It may vary till 21 years of age.
Health Tips
minimize screen time
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.