Hypermetropia is a condition of refractive errors where image is formed beyond retina. Also called as far-sightedness.
It is common refrractive errors in adults.
Etiology:
- Axial hypermetropia : Anterior posterior axis or diameter is decreased
- Curvatural hypermetropia:
Treatment:
A. Optical treatment: treated with contact lens or optical glasses with convex lens
B. Surgical treatment: Surgical treatment includes LASIK