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Can congenital myopia worsen over time?

Can congenital myopia worsen over time?

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My 5-year-old child has congenital myopia. Will their prescription continue to increase over time, and how should it be monitored? (Nguyen Hue, Hanoi)
Do you need glasses for mild nearsightedness?

Do you need glasses for mild nearsightedness?

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I have 1,25 diopters of nearsightedness but rarely wear glasses because I find them bothersome and sometimes experience headaches. Does this habit affect my eyes? (Hang, 25, Hanoi)