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is nearsightedness genetic

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Posted by: Caster Eye Center in eye health

What Causes Nearsightedness?

Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, means that you see better near than far. This is corrected using glasses, contact lenses, or through refractive surgery such as Lasik surgery in Los…