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Farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, occurs when the cornea is shorter than normal. This causes light to incorrectly focus behind the retina. Light should always reach the retinal surface.
Farsighted people see faraway objects clearly but struggle to see objects close by. For instance, they have trouble seeing the small print in a newspaper yet easily can read the words on a building sign. The problem usually becomes noticeable in adulthood, especially in the elderly.
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