What Complications Can Untreated Farsightedness Cause?
Farsightedness, also called hyperopia, is a common refractive error of the eye. This error makes nearby objects blurry and difficult to see, but far away objects clear, though the degree to which this occurs does vary. Farsightedness happens when the individual has a short eyeball, an abnormally shaped cornea, or a deformed lens. A routine eye exam can detect if an individual has farsightedness and what degree of treatment they will need. Treatment in most cases will require corrective eyeglasses, contact lenses, or a corrective surgical procedure. Some individuals may not realize they have farsightedness, causing the condition to go untreated, and become progressively worse with age. Numerous complications can result from untreated farsightedness, some of which can be dangerous.