Hypermetropia or Hyperopia

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Hypermetropia is also referred to as long-sight. This implies that a child who is long-sighted can see distant objects more clearly but are unable to see objects properly that are near him. In such conditions it has been observed that children with Hypermetropia do not have difficulty with their vision while watching the television or seeing the blackboard but may have problems while reading a book. They may have to focus intensely in a bid to see things clearly that are close to him. This may give rise to eye strain and headache
Causes of Hypermetropia
•There are some causes for a child who in all likelihood can develop Hypermetropia.
•Some of them are: If their parents happen to be hypermetropic (long-sighted) and the condition is passed on to them.
•An existing eye condition that may give rise to Hypermetropia

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