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Eye health · Short-sightedness
Short-sightedness: if your distance vision is blurry, it can be sorted
Short-sightedness (myopia) is corrected with glasses or contact lenses and, in children, it is a good idea to monitor how it progresses. We measure it in a free eye test.
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The problem
What is short-sightedness?
Short-sightedness (myopia) is a refractive error: you see well up close, but distant objects look blurry. It happens when the eye is longer than normal or the cornea is very curved, and light focuses in front of the retina instead of on it.
It usually appears in childhood, often between the ages of 8 and 12, it can increase during adolescence and it normally stabilises shortly after 20. Genetics and lifestyle play a part: spending more time outdoors as a child reduces the risk.
It is very common: the American Academy of Ophthalmology estimates that by 2050 almost half of the world's population will be short-sighted.
Symptoms of short-sightedness
Your distance vision is blurry
Road signs, shop signs or the board at school.
You squint
To try to focus better on things in the distance.
Tired eyes and headaches
Eye fatigue from straining your eyes.
In children: they get very close
To the TV, to books or to screens.
How it is detected
We measure it in your eye test
Short-sightedness is detected in an eye test. At LUPER it is personalised, for adults and children, takes 30 minutes and is free (worth €49).
- Medical historyWe go over your medical and eye history, and your family's.
- Visual acuity and prescriptionWe measure how you see far away and up close, eye by eye.
- Check of the back of the eyeWe check the condition of the retina and the optic nerve.
- Your solution, explainedGlasses, contact lenses and, for children, how to monitor its progression.
Young children hardly ever complain about blurry vision: have their eyes checked even if they do not notice anything. If in the test we see something more than a prescription, diagnosis and treatment are for the ophthalmologist.
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Distance letters with each eye, astigmatism, contrast and near reading, on your phone or computer. About 5-7 minutes.
It is only a guide: it does not replace an eye test.
LUPER solutions
Glasses and contact lenses for short-sightedness
With your exact prescription in each eye, so that you see sharply in the distance again.
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Frame and single vision lenses from €49, from over 12,000 models.
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Contact lenses
For short-sightedness and also for short-sightedness with astigmatism. We fit them for you at the optician's.
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ChildrenMyopia control
To try to slow down the progression of short-sightedness in children and teenagers.
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See how it works →Short-sightedness with astigmatism? It is very common to have both. They are corrected at the same time in the same glasses or with toric contact lenses. And if you also find it hard to see up close from 40 onwards, varifocals (progressive lenses) sort it all out in a single pair.
Short-sightedness in children
Myopia control in children
Short-sightedness cannot be reversed, but in children you can try to slow down its progression. The aim is for them to reach adulthood with a lower prescription. These are the options available:
- At LUPER: myopia control contact lensesOrtho-k or peripheral defocus contact lenses: our contact lens specialists fit them and we do the follow-up at the optician's.
- Peripheral defocus contact lensesSpecial soft contact lenses, recommended mainly between the ages of 6 and 12.
- Orthokeratology (ortho-k)Rigid lenses worn at night that let you see well during the day.
- Low-dose atropine eye dropsThis is a medicine: it is assessed and prescribed by the ophthalmologist.
- More time outdoors and less screen timeSpending more time outdoors is associated with less short-sightedness in children.
No option works the same for every child, and contact lenses require careful hygiene because of the risk of infection. We explain which one suits your child in the eye test.
On video
How can you slow down short-sightedness in children?
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High myopia (more than 6 dioptres). It increases the risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma and cataracts, so it is a good idea to have your retina checked regularly. If you suddenly see flashes, lots of floaters or lose part of your field of vision, go to the ophthalmologist or A&E without waiting.
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Frequently asked questions about short-sightedness
What is short-sightedness?
It is a refractive error in which near objects look sharp and distant ones blurry. It happens when the eye is longer than normal or the cornea is very curved, and light focuses in front of the retina.
How does a short-sighted person see?
They see clearly up close, but things in the distance look blurry. Depending on the prescription, it can range from slight blurriness to a significant loss of distance vision. That is why many short-sighted people squint to try to focus.
Can short-sightedness be cured?
It cannot be reversed. Glasses and contact lenses correct it, and for adults there is refractive surgery, which is assessed by the ophthalmologist. There is no evidence that eye exercises, vitamins or pills prevent or cure short-sightedness.
At what age does it appear and when does it stop increasing?
It is usually detected at school age, often between the ages of 8 and 12. It can increase during adolescence and normally stabilises shortly after 20.
Can short-sightedness be slowed down in children?
It cannot be reversed, but there are myopia control treatments that try to make it progress more slowly: special contact lenses, orthokeratology or low-dose atropine eye drops (the latter prescribed by the ophthalmologist). Spending more time outdoors also helps. At LUPER we fit myopia control contact lenses and make glasses with Myopis myopia control lenses.
What is high myopia?
It is high short-sightedness, of more than 6 dioptres. It is associated with a higher risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma and cataracts, so it needs regular retinal check-ups. If you notice flashes, sudden floaters or loss of part of your field of vision, see an ophthalmologist immediately.
Can you be short-sighted in just one eye?
Yes, each eye can have a different prescription, and you can even be short-sighted in only one. That is why in the test we measure your prescription eye by eye and your glasses or contact lenses carry the exact correction for each one.
How much do glasses for short-sightedness cost?
At LUPER, prescription glasses with frame and single vision lenses cost from €49, and you get the 2nd pair 50% off all year round. The final price depends on your prescription and the lens; we tell you in the eye test, which is free.
Can I have surgery for short-sightedness?
For adults with a stable prescription there are surgical options such as laser or intraocular lenses, which must always be assessed by the ophthalmologist. At LUPER we put you in touch with the Ophthalmology department of Hospital Quirónsalud Murcia, which assesses and decides on the treatment.
Short-sightedness: causes, types and treatments
What is short-sightedness and why does it appear?
Short-sightedness (myopia) is a refractive error that makes distant objects look blurry while near ones are seen clearly. It happens when the eyeball is longer than normal or the cornea is too curved, and light focuses in front of the retina. It is a multifactorial condition: genetics play a part (if your parents are short-sighted, the risk is higher) and so does the environment, because spending more time outdoors in childhood reduces the risk.
Symptoms of short-sightedness
Blurry vision when looking into the distance, squinting to see better, eye strain and headaches. In children, sitting very close to the television, getting very close to books or not seeing the board well. If you notice them, book your eye test at LUPER.
Types of short-sightedness
Simple myopia is the most common, it usually stays below 6 dioptres and is corrected with glasses or contact lenses. Severe myopia or high myopia is over 6 dioptres and is associated with a higher risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma and cataracts, so it requires regular retinal check-ups.
Glasses for short-sightedness
Glasses for short-sightedness are the most common way to correct it. Depending on your prescription, they can be made with thinner lenses and with anti-reflective coating, so that they are comfortable and look good. At LUPER you have prescription glasses from €49, with frame and single vision lenses, and the 2nd pair 50% off.
Contact lenses for short-sightedness
If you prefer not to wear glasses, contact lenses correct short-sightedness, including short-sightedness with astigmatism (toric contact lenses). If you also have presbyopia, there are multifocal contact lenses.
Short-sightedness and astigmatism
Short-sightedness can come together with astigmatism or presbyopia. They are not the same: with short-sightedness you see badly in the distance; with astigmatism your vision is distorted by an irregular curvature of the cornea. Both are corrected at the same time with the same glasses or with toric contact lenses.
Myopia control
Myopia control aims to slow down its progression in children and teenagers to reduce the risk of complications in the future. There are peripheral defocus contact lenses, orthokeratology, low-dose atropine eye drops (prescribed by the ophthalmologist) and habits such as spending more time outdoors. At LUPER we fit myopia control contact lenses, make glasses with Myopis lenses and explain the options to you in the eye test.
When should I have my eyes checked?
If your distance vision is blurry, you squint or you get frequent headaches. We recommend regular check-ups, especially for children and teenagers, because short-sightedness usually appears at an early age. If you want surgery for short-sightedness, we put you in touch with the Ophthalmology department of Hospital Quirónsalud Murcia.
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Guidance information reviewed against medical sources: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), myopia and myopia control in children, and MedlinePlus. It does not replace an assessment by a professional.
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Sonia Merino Santiago (Ayame)Hace 5 meses · LUPER Marcos Redondo
Vine en Abril a traer mis monturas a ponerle lentes, pedir presupuesto para mis monturas y el precio me ha gustado. Ademas de un trato excelente, buenos precios, grandes profesionales, magníficas promociones, únete a la familia Luper. Hoy ha comenzado mi primer día de muchos junto a esta magnífica empresa murcianica. Mil gracias!! En poco tendré mis preciosas gafas y el mes que viene otras al 50%. Puedes pagar unas y luego las otras. Fácil, sencillo, profesional e impecable. Te Dan tu informe oftalmológico detallado. Y me rellenan el tarrito limpiacristales para siempre gratis con mi compra. A que esperas?? Se lo he recomendado ya a todas mis amistades, porque lo bueno se comparte. Mil gracias!!
15/05 He llevado 4 monturas aprovechando el 50% para graduar mis gafas, una de ellas de sol. Y quedaron preciosas. Mil gracias siempre 💕
P MMHace 3 semanas · LUPER Canalejas
Trato humano muy bueno. La calidad de las gafas nefasta, propaganda engañosa en mi caso. Valoraré poner hoja de reclamaciones en consumo ya que la solución que me han dado a mi problema, cristales que se empañan nada más usarlos y montura defectuosa, es comprarme otras y pagar el 50% después de haber pagado por unas gafas, repito, defectuosas, más de 1000 euros.
No volveré, ni hablaré bien de ustedes.
Sandra Martinez SáezHace 2 semanas · LUPER San Pedro del Pinatar
Muy muy contenta. Me he elegido unas gafas preciosas y además he tenido 20 € de descuento. La chica que me atendió fue súper amable y simpática. ¡Sin duda, muy recomendable!
LAURA FERNANDEZ EGEAHace una semana · LUPER Marcos Redondo
Me compré dos gafas en mayo, me dijeron que tardaban 3 días y tardaron 3 semanas en dármelas. Cuando me las probé me mareé en la óptica. Me fui a casa y me las puse y tuve un mareo que me duro varias horas, no podía hacer nada ni cuidar de mi hijo. Fui a la óptica y me dijeron que no entendían que pasaba que era super raro. Me hicieron un cambio y me dieron otras gafas. Otra vez esperando una semana. Más de un mes sin gafas. Pues con las gafas nuevas también me mareaba pero menos. Fui y me decían que no entendían que pasaba que era muy raro. Al final me he ido a otra óptica y es que estaban mal graduadas y el centro óptico mal puesto. Me he gastado 180€ en perder el tiempo y dar vueltas y no tener gafas que me valgan.
Juan Manuel HernandezHace 2 meses · LUPER Canalejas
Una experiencia magnífica desde el primer momento. El trato es cercano, amable y muy profesional, y se nota que realmente se preocupan por encontrar la mejor opción para cada cliente. El estudio visual fue muy completo y la variedad de monturas es increíble, con opciones para todos los gustos y precios muy buenos. Sin duda, un lugar de confianza al que volveré y que recomiendo totalmente.
Joaquin Moya TárragaHace 2 meses · LUPER San Pedro del Pinatar
Quiero dejar esta reseña para destacar el trato de Ópticas Luper, pero sobre todo para agradecer de corazón a María. Hacía tiempo que no me encontraba con una atención al cliente tan brillante, atenta y cercana.
Fui a comprar unas gafas de sol y María marcó por completo la diferencia. Tiene un ojo clínico y un gusto impecable para asesorar: supo al instante qué montura y cristales encajaban mejor con mis facciones y estilo. Su paciencia, su simpatía natural y la pasión con la que hace su trabajo convierten la compra en un auténtico placer. Se nota cuando a alguien le apasiona lo que hace y cuida cada detalle con tanto cariño.
Salí encantadísimo con mis gafas nuevas y con la certeza de que no piso otra óptica que no sea esta. ¡Empleadas como María valen oro!
Recomendable al 200%.
virginia romero abenzaHace 6 meses · LUPER Marcos Redondo
Hoy he estado y me ha atendido Jaime. Muy profesional, sincero y honesto. Me he hecho dos gafas, unas progresivas y otras de lejos con clip para sol. Mis dos amigas son clientas y también han estado hace dos días. Me voy muy satisfecha y deseando recoger mis nuevas gafas
EnriqueHace 2 meses · LUPER Canalejas
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Una atención excepcional, de las que ya no se encuentran fácilmente
Quiero destacar especialmente la experiencia que he tenido en Audiologia Lúper, en Murcia. Desde el primer momento, el trato ha sido absolutamente excepcional: cercano, amable, paciente y, sobre todo, muy profesional.
Te hacen sentir cómodo y bien atendido desde que entras por la puerta, algo que para mí tiene muchísimo valor. Se nota que no se limitan simplemente a hacer su trabajo, sino que realmente se preocupan por la persona que tienen delante y por ofrecerle la mejor atención posible.
Me voy con una sensación de total satisfacción y confianza. Da gusto encontrar profesionales que trabajan con tanta dedicación y que además ofrecen un trato tan humano.
Mi valoración no puede ser otra que cinco estrellas, y sinceramente se quedan cortas. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Enhorabuena a todo el equipo de Audiometría Lúper por la profesionalidad, la cercanía y el trato recibido. 100 % recomendable.
AndreaHace 3 meses · LUPER San Pedro del Pinatar
Llevo varios años acudiendo para hacerme nuevas gafas y estoy encantada. Siempre que puedo cojo cita para la revisión de la vista con Pilar porque es una gran profesional, muy agradable, siempre aconsejando que gafas te quedan mejor y enseñando todos los modelos de la tienda. Sin duda, la recomiendo 100%!
JUAN PEDRO ALCOLEA ABENZAHace 3 meses · LUPER Marcos Redondo
El trato ha sido espectacular,muy amable y comprometida.
En relación al precio,me he quedado sorprendido,por qué las ultimas gafas que compré me costaron una buena pasta y aquí me llevo dos pares de gafas por poco dinero.
Muy buena impresión .
La recomiendo.
Jonatan Lopez NavarroHace 1 mes · LUPER Canalejas
Acabo de salir de está magnifica óptica y he decir que habéis ganado un cliente, tanto por la variedad que hay de gafas, como por el examen de graduación que ha sido espectacular y José Ángel me lo ha explicado todo super bien y de forma muy profesional. Un crack . Un 100 de 10 por todo lo alto. ..
100% recomendable
cristina llopHace 11 meses · LUPER San Pedro del Pinatar
He pedido online unas gafas de sol y la atención de Pilar, María y Marián ha sido en todo momento estupendo. El producto perfecto y la presentación genial con una funda monísima + gamuza y líquido para limpiarlas.
El l envío ha sido rapidisimo.
Muchas gracias por el servicio chicas
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