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Myopia Control Clinic – Pink City Eye & Retina Center
At Pink City Eye & Retina Center, we know just how important your child’s eyes are—not just for clear vision, but also for their learning, confidence, and daily life. That’s why we have a special Myopia Control Clinic where we gently care for children and young adults dealing with myopia (commonly called nearsightedness).
What is Myopia?
If your child sees clearly up close but struggles with distance, they might have myopia. It usually happens when the eye grows longer than usual, causing light to bend before it reaches the retina. It’s a rising issue—both worldwide and right here. These days, kids spend more time on screens and indoors, and less time playing outside, which is leading to more cases of myopia.
What Causes Myopia?
At Pink City Eye & Retina Center, we believe in making eye care simple and clear. If your child—or even you—have been told you have myopia, you might wonder: Why did this happen? Let us explain lovingly.
How Does It Happen?
Myopia develops when the eyeball grows longer than it should or when the front surface of the eye (cornea) is too curved. This causes blurry vision for far-away objects.
It usually begins in childhood or teenage years. This is why regular eye checkups for children are essential, especially as they grow.
Why Is Myopia Increasing, Especially?
In Many Indian Cities, more children are being diagnosed with myopia. Lifestyle changes are a big reason for this:
Too much screen time
Mobile phones, tablets, and computers put a lot of strain on young eyes.
Too much close-up work
Spending long hours reading, writing, or doing homework without taking breaks can contribute to vision issues.
Less outdoor time
Children are staying indoors more and not getting enough sunlight.
Family history
A strong family history of myopia can increase your child’s chances of developing it too.
Poor lighting or posture
During reading or screen time.
At our clinic, we often meet concerned parents facing these challenges—and we’re here to help with care and compassion.
Can We Prevent Myopia or Slow It Down?
Yes, we can! While myopia is becoming more common—there are gentle steps we can take to protect your child’s eyes and slow down myopia.
Let us share how we care for your child’s eyes with love and understanding.
1. More Outdoor Time – A Natural Vision Booster
Did you know that playing outside every day can help prevent or reduce myopia? Studies suggest that being outdoors for at least an hour every day can reduce the chances of developing myopia by nearly 9%.
Why does this help?
When children are outside, they get natural sunlight, which helps release a chemical in the eyes called dopamine. This dopamine helps slow down the stretching of the eyeball.
As grandparents often say—children in earlier times hardly wore glasses, because they spent most of their time playing outdoors!
At our clinic, we gently suggest:
Park visits or nature walks
Cycling or playing cricket outside
Outdoor games during the day
These small lifestyle changes can go a long way in protecting your child’s vision.
2. Atropine Eye Drops (0.01%) – A Trusted Supportive Treatment
Along with lifestyle tips, we may also recommend Atropine eye drops (0.01%) for children with myopia. These drops have been used safely for many years in countries like Singapore and are now available here in India too.
How Do These Drops Help?
They don’t cure myopia but help slow down its progression.
These treatments are most beneficial for kids and teens whose vision is still developing.
At our clinic, we ensure safe use with proper guidance.
📌 Note: These drops are not useful for adults, as by then the eye has usually finished growing.
How Do Atropine Eye Drops Work?
Many loving parents ask us how these drops work. So let’s explain it simply:
💧 What Are They?
Special low-dose eye drops (0.01%) are used to help slow down the progression of myopia in young children. They do not give instant clarity like glasses but help reduce how quickly eyesight becomes worse.
How Do They Work?
Scientists believe they work in two main ways:
Retinal Effect
Atropine interacts with special cells in the retina that help process blurry vision. This sends a signal to the eye to stop growing so fast.Sclera Protection
The drops reduce a natural process that causes the white part of the eye (sclera) to stretch. Less stretching means less myopia.
At Pink City Eye & Retina Center, our goal is always to protect your child’s eyesight with the same care we would give our own. If you have any questions about myopia, outdoor habits, or Atropine treatment, please visit us. We’re always here for you—with gentle hands and caring hearts. 💖
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, we provide only trusted brands of Atropine 0.01% eye drops right here at our clinic.
We usually recommend using the drops until around 13 years, but this may vary depending on how your child’s vision is progressing.
Not at all. These drops are usually needed only while the child’s eyes are growing. Once the growth stabilizes, we gradually reduce and stop them—with proper monitoring at our center.
At Pink City Eye & Retina Center, we usually suggest the following:
✅ One drop at night in both eyes
🕒 Continue until about 12–13 years of age or as advised
📆 Especially helpful during ages 6–12, when myopia tends to increase faster
Yes, very much! Studies show that 0.01% Atropine can slow myopia progression by up to 80% over two years. While it doesn’t reverse the condition, it can make a big difference in the long run.
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B92P, Surya Marg, Opp Ashta School, Tilak Nagar Enclave, Jaipur 302004