What condition describes nearsightedness?

Nearsightedness is described by the term myopia. This condition occurs when the eyeball is slightly longer than normal, or when the cornea has too much curvature. This causes light rays to diverge and focus in front of the retina, resulting in distant objects appearing blurry while close objects can be seen clearly. Understanding myopia is essential for providing appropriate optical solutions, such as corrective lenses or contact lenses, to help individuals achieve clearer vision when viewing objects at a distance.

On the other hand, hyperopia, which refers to farsightedness, is associated with difficulty seeing close objects clearly. Ametropia is a broader term that encompasses any refractive error in the eye, including both myopia and hyperopia, but it does not specifically define nearsightedness. Hypophoria refers to a specific form of vertical misalignment of the eyes, which is unrelated to refractive errors.