Hypermetropia (Long Sightedness)
Hypermetropia is when the light and the image focuses behind the retina and not on it. This is due to the eye being shorter than normal or the Cornea being too flat.

Symptoms
Hypermetropic people can have problems seeing things close up but in more extreme cases can also have problems with distance vision. Eye Strain, headaches, and tiredness can also be associated.

Treatment
Treatment will often depend on the symptoms experienced and on the patients age. Generally older patients will need spectacles or contact lenses. Certain types of refractive surgery may also be suitable.



Hypermetropia can also be associated with Astigamatism.

Astigmatism
Cataracts
Diabetes & Diabetic Retinopathy
Flashes & Floaters
Glaucoma
Hypermetropia (Long Sightedness)
Macula Degeneration
Myopia (Short Sightedness)
Presbyopia
Retinal Detachments & Retinal Tears