Name the medical term for nearsightedness.

Flashcard 10 - Anatomy and Physiology Flashcard Set for the Medical Assistant test

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myopia

Explanation:

Nearsighted individuals have difficulty seeing things that are far away. Farsightedness (hyperopia) refers to difficulty seeing things up close. Presbyopia is an age-related form of farsightedness as the lens of the eye becomes less elastic.

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