A vision condition in which nearby objects are blurry.
Hyperopia is a common vision condition in adults.
People with hyperopia must squint to see nearby objects. Reading, writing, computer work, or drawing for long periods of time may cause eye strain and headache.
Treatment options include eyeglasses, contact lenses, and surgery such as LASIK.
Very common
More than 3 million US cases per year
 
Treatable by a medical professional
 
Requires a medical diagnosis
 
Lab tests or imaging not required
 
Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
 

Symptoms

 

Requires a medical diagnosis
People with hyperopia must squint to see nearby objects. Reading, writing, computer work, or drawing for long periods of time may cause eye strain and headache.
People may experience:
Visual: blurred vision, vision disorder, or distorted vision

Eyes: eye strain or squinting

Treatment consists of devices

Treatment options include eyeglasses, contact lenses, and surgery such as LASIK.
Devices
Glasses and Contact lenses
 
Medical procedure

LASIK

 

Specialists

 
Optometrist
Diagnoses and treats vision changes.
 
Ophthalmologist
Specializes in eye diseases.