Can the axial length of the human eye decrease?
No, the axial length of the human eye typically does not decrease. The axial length refers to the measurement of the eye from the front surface of the cornea to the back surface of the retina. It is an important measurement in understanding the overall size and shape of the eye.
During childhood and adolescence, the axial length of the eye usually increases as part of the normal growth and development process. This growth helps in achieving normal vision as the eye adapts and matures. However, once the eye reaches adulthood, the axial length generally stabilizes and does not significantly change.
While it is possible for certain eye conditions or diseases to cause changes in the axial length, such instances are typically associated with abnormal eye growth or pathology. For example, conditions such as high myopia (severe nearsightedness) can cause elongation of the eyeball, leading to an increase in the axial length. On the other hand, surgeries like refractive surgery (e.g., LASIK) can change the shape of the cornea but do not directly affect the axial length.
Overall, in normal circumstances, the axial length of the human eye does not decrease but rather shows growth during early life and then stabilizes in adulthood.
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