Symptoms of the disease

The main symptoms of hyperopia are:

• Blurred vision of nearby objects and difficulty reading
• Need to squint to see these objects properly
• Eye fatigue and pain
• Burns in the eyes
• Headache while reading or working on the computer
• Strabismus in some children

People at risk

Since hyperopia can have a genetic origin, the risk of becoming hyperopic is higher when you have a family member who suffers from this visual defect.

Prevention

The onset of hyperopia cannot be prevented.

On the other hand, it is possible to take care of his eyes and his vision, for example, by wearing sunglasses adapted to protect his eyes from UV rays, and glasses or lenses adapted to his sight. It is also recommended to regularly consult an ophthalmologist or optometrist. It is important to see a specialist as soon as a worrying sign, such as sudden loss of vision, black spots in front of the eyes, or pain appears.

It is also essential for his eyes to do what he can to best control chronic diseases, such as diabetes. Eating a healthy and balanced diet is also important for maintaining good eyesight. Finally, you should know that cigarette smoke is also extremely harmful to the eyes.