Farsightedness

Unlike myopia, farsightedness is when you have difficulty seeing nearby objects while for distant there is no problem.

Causes:
It is the result of the visual image that is focused behind the retina, instead of being directly on it. It can be caused by the fact that the eyeball is too small or that the focusing power is too weak.                              It is usually present from birth, but the children's eye has a very flexible lens that helps them compensate for the problem.

Symtoms:
o Eye pain o Blurred view of nearby objects o Cross-eyed or crossed eyes (strabismus) o Eye Fatigue o Headache when reading

Treatment:
Farsightedness can be easily corrected with the use of glasses or contact lenses. Surgery is available to correct hyperopia in adults and can be used for those who do not want to wear glasses or contact lenses.