Hyperopia is one of the most commonophthalmic problems. It manifests itself in the fact that a person is not able to clearly see objects from a short distance. For what reason does the child develop hyperopia?
Specialists say that all newbornschildren are farsighted, but with age, as the size of the eyeball increases, this defect normally disappears. And only when the eyeball on the anterior-posterior axis retains a size that is smaller than necessary, hyperopia appears. Often such problems are inherited. Other possible, although more rare causes of hyperopia in children - defects in the shape of the eyeball, the optical system of the eye.
How to determine that the child has a long sight? There are several signs that will help you identify the disease:
If the child has hyperopia, then up toof a certain age (1-2 years) this is considered normal. However, it is important to visit the ophthalmologist on a regular basis to monitor the development of the baby's vision. No less important are preventive measures:
Watch out for lighting while yourthe child is engaged in something. Ideally, it should be a top light or a good table lamp with a power of 60-100 watts. Strongly recommended is the use of fluorescent lamps.
However, if the problem has already made itself felt, the situation can not be corrected by one prevention. Nowadays, there are several methods used to treat hyperopia in children.
Conservative treatment involves wearing glassesor contact lenses, selected by the oculist. In terms of comfort, of course, contact lenses win, but some children develop an individual intolerance, which forces parents to opt for glasses.
Does the child have farsightedness?Pay special attention to training the eye muscles, which are responsible for accommodation. These can be special courses of eye gymnastics, laser stimulation, use of medications, video-computer correction.
As a rule, ophthalmologists advise parents to include foods rich in proteins, vitamins, and microelements (Zn, Cr, Cu, Mn, etc.) in the child's diet.
If in time to discover problems with eyesight,it is quite possible for a few years to completely get rid of hyperopia without resorting to surgical methods of vision correction. For this purpose it is recommended to visit an ophthalmologist at least once a year. Remember that children often do not notice that they do not see well.
