Hyperopia (farsightedness)

The hyperopic eye is too short, and the incoming light rays are therefore brought to a focus only behind the retina. The refractive power of the cornea is too low. The retina forms a blurred image. Up to a certain age, hyperopia is naturally corrected by the accommodation of the lens (which is not the case with myopia), near and distant objects are therefore still seen sharply. The capacity to read without glasses may decrease prematurely in a farsighted person because the power of accommodation decreases progressively with age.

Hyperopia can be corrected by glasses or contact lenses. However, hyperopia can also be corrected by surgery in most cases. (See also suitability for refractive surgery and treatments)

Normal vision Myopia Hyperopia Astigmatism Presbyopia Special lenses to correct / avoid residual defects Suitability for refractive surgery