hypermetropia
Definitions
A condition of the eye in which light rays focus behind the retina, resulting in blurred vision, especially for near objects.
A refractive error commonly known as farsightedness.
Examples
The optometrist diagnosed the patient with hypermetropia after noticing they struggled to focus on nearby text.
Children often outgrow mild hypermetropia as their eyes develop and the shape of the eyeball changes.
People suffering from hypermetropia typically require convex lenses to help focus light correctly onto the retina.