Understanding hypermetropia —its causes, symptoms, and treatment options—is essential for maintaining healthy eyesight and preventing complications such as eye strain or headaches. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore everything you need to know about hypermetropia and how it can be managed effectively. What is Hypermetropia? Hypermetropia , also known as long-sightedness or hyperopia, is a refractive disorder. Though it can happen in any age group, it usually starts from mid-late adulthood. Clinical presentation In this condition, distant objects are seen better than... Hyperopia , commonly known as farsightedness, occurs when distant objects appear clearer than nearby objects. Symptoms include difficulty focusing on close objects, eyestrain, headaches, and blurred vision, especially during tasks requiring close attention. Farsightedness is an eye focusing disorder, not an eye disease. What Causes Farsightedness? To see clearly, light rays must travel through the front of the eye (the cornea and lens). The cornea and lens work together to bend the light so it lands on the back layer of the eye, called the retina.
