Ametropia (Noun)
Meaning
(ophthalmology) faulty refraction of light rays in the eye as in astigmatism or myopia.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Ametropia in children can often be corrected with corrective lenses or refractive surgery as an adult.
- Ametropia affects a significant portion of the global population, making it one of the most common vision problems.
- In ametropia, the eye's inability to focus light correctly can lead to blurry vision and eye strain.
- Uncorrected ametropia can lead to more severe vision problems and increased risk of eye disease later in life.
- Refractive errors, such as ametropia, can often be treated with glasses, contact lenses, or corrective surgery.