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How to correct Hyperopia or long sightedness?

Most of the time, when you plan to undergo an eye test or seek consultation from an ophthalmologist, then, understanding the type of vision correction method applicable in your case is the prime requisite. Whether it is the blurred vision, inability to view objects nearby or far away along with constant itchiness, there are multiple optical conditions which need to be addressed during the consultation session with the optician. But, once it gets established through clinical evidence and tests that long sightedness is the chief cause of problems in the vision, then, Lasik eye surgery in Delhi gets evaluated by the eye specialist to proceed with the treatment.  

Let us begin with a quick overview of hyperopia or long sightedness initially to know how it impacts the vision. Basically, the patients suffering from hyperopia cannot properly focus on the nearby objects though the objects at a distance can be viewed without any strain on eyes in this condition. Commonly known as long sightedness, this vision correction issue affects the adults who have attained the age of 40 years yet in exceptional cases, babies may also experience this problem. 

When it comes to getting familiar with some of the basic symptoms of hyperopia, then, following points are worth reflecting over:  

  • Distant objects are clear, but, the ones which may be nearby seem to be fuzzy or unclear 

  • The activities like looking at the computer constantly, prolonged reading or writing lead to strained or tired eyes in this optical condition  

  • In order to see properly, the person has to squint  

  • Frequent headaches are witnessed  

  • Fatigue or uneasiness may be caused due to strained vision  

  • Causes of hyperopia or long sightedness 

The condition of long-sightedness or hyperopia is caused when the eye cannot focus light on the retina. Retina is indeed the very sensitive and light layer of the eye. Here are some of the common causes which lead to the long sightedness or hyperopia:  

  • Eyeball is too short 

  • The inner eye lens is unable to focus properly  

  • Flat cornea  

  • Genetic vision issues  

Even though, there can’t be one predominant issue that can lead to hyperopia, yet, if this eye condition does not get corrected in a timely manner, then, the complications like lazy eye, learning problems or delayed development may be experienced by the children. The adults may not have complications, but the inability to focus on faraway objects turns out to be troublesome in the long run.  

Get long sightedness or hyperopia corrected through Lasik eye surgery 

It takes a few tests in the early stage diagnosis of hyperopia such as reading the chart in the doctor’s room, checking the eye with a retinoscope or the usage of a phoropter, the optical testing device to understand the level of hyperopic astigmatism. If you have been suffering from diabetes, family history of eye disease or high blood pressure, then, even the slightest optical issues should not be ignored. In terms of treatment, Lasik eye surgery has the potential to permanently help you in getting rid of long-sightedness.  

This treatment is applicable in the cases when glasses and contact lenses are not preferred while experiencing the long-lasting vision correction outcome.  

Furthermore, it can be affirmed that the eye to be operated attains numbness with the anesthesia administered to make Lasik surgery painless. As a part of the procedure, the corneal flap is created further exposing the area to be ablated or removed surgically. You will be asked to focus on the light of the laser as the surgery is getting executed. Apart from this, the debris as well as the reposition of the corneal flaps are removed with the help of saline solution. After this process, the edges are dried and the corneal flap is smoothened in the surgery lasting for approximately 30 seconds.  

On the whole, it can be concluded that the results of Lasik eye surgery has a long-term effect on the vision correction in hyperopic eye conditions if the best eye care clinic is chosen.  

Pranav Goel

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Pranav Goel is an enthusiastic content writer. He has a rich knowledge about healthcare and loves to share his experience, information and learnings about health, eye care, laser eye surgeries, spec

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