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The medical term for nearsightedness. Myopia occurs when an eye is too long for the cornea's curvature. As a result, light rays entering the eye do not come to a sharp focus on the retina at the back of the eye. Instead, they focus further forward, producing a blurred image.
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to be a substitute for regular medical care or to diagnose or treat
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