Many parents worry when their child’s eye grade keeps increasing—but what’s often not discussed is axial length. This lesser-known but crucial measurement reveals how much the eye is growing, and it’s one of the most accurate ways to track and manage progressive myopia. Understanding axial length can help parents take early action to protect their child’s long-term vision and prevent future eye complications.

Myopia is a growing concern worldwide, with almost 50% of the world population being Myopic around the year 2050. here we discuss why it is important to slow down the progression of Myopia in children.