International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)
Prevalence of Myopia in Medical students of Sialkot, Pakistan
Published December 29, 2025 • Vol. 9, Issue 11, pp. 8334–8343Open Access
DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91100650
Abstract
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.
Keywords: Myopia, Medical students, Prevalence, Risk factors
| Journal | International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2454-6186 |
| Volume / Issue | Volume 9, Issue 11 |
| Pages | 8334–8343 |
| Publication date | December 29, 2025 |
| DOI | 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91100650 |
| Publisher | RSIS International |
| License | Open Access |
How to cite this article
Dr. Amjad Iqbal Burq, Maheen Ashfaq, Nihaal Fatima, & Sania Bibi (2025). Prevalence of Myopia in Medical students of Sialkot, Pakistan. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 9(11), 8334-8343. https://doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91100650
BibTeX
@article{Dr2025,
title = {Prevalence of Myopia in Medical students of Sialkot, Pakistan},
author = {Dr. Amjad Iqbal Burq and Maheen Ashfaq and Nihaal Fatima and Sania Bibi},
journal = {International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)},
volume = {9},
number = {11},
pages = {8334--8343},
year = {2025},
doi = {10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91100650},
publisher = {RSIS International}
}