Myopia

Question 1

Maximum correction of myopia can be done by

Answer 1

Lasik

Question 2

What type of lens is used in myopia correction?

Answer 2

Concave lens

Question 3

Systemic conditions a/w high myopia

Answer 3

Down’s syndrome
Prematurity
Marfan’s syndrome

Question 4

Definition of high myopia

Answer 4

More than -6 Diopters

Question 5

Features of high myopia seen on fundoscopy

Answer 5

Tilted disc
‘Coin’ haemorrhage
Tessellated fundus

Question 6

Ocular changes in the eye that can lead to myopia

Answer 6

Misshapen eyeball
Cornea with increased curvature

Question 7

What is the term for a severe and rapidly progressing form of myopia that can lead to vision-threatening complications?

Answer 7

Degenerative myopia

Question 8

What is the purpose of low dose atropine in myopia?

Answer 8

Inhibit progression of myopia