Prevalence of Myopia in Medical students of Sialkot, Pakistan

Background: Myopia is a rapidly increasing refractive error worldwide, particularly affecting young adults engaged in intensive near-work. Medical students are considered a high-risk group due to prolonged study hours, high screen exposure, and limited outdoor activity.
Objective: To assess the prevalence, risk factors, symptoms, and awareness of myopia among undergraduate medical students in Sialkot.
Material and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from August to September, 2025 at Islam Medical College, Sialkot Medical College, and Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College. A total of 201 students from MBBS, BDS, DPharm, and DPT programs were selected using random sampling method. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire covering demographics, myopia status, symptoms, family history, screen time, outdoor activity, and awareness of preventive measures. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 29.

Myopia, Medical students, Prevalence, Risk factors

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