Hyperopia

Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects appear clear, but close-up objects appear blurry. This occurs when the eyeball is too short or the cornea is too flat, causing light to focus behind the retina instead of directly on it. Symptoms include eyestrain, headaches, and difficulty focusing on near tasks like reading. Treatment options include prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses that help focus light onto the retina correctly. Refractive surgeries such as LASIK can also reshape the cornea to correct hyperopia permanently. Regular eye exams are crucial to monitor vision changes and detect hyperopia early, particularly in children whose eyes are still developing.