Symptoms of Long-sightedness

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Long-sightedness is most common in older people, and does not generally become a problem until middle-age. Childrenâ€™s eyes are very flexible, and they are often able to compensate for long-sightedness by focussing the lens. Long-sightedness in children may therefore become apparent through a lack of interest in small objects, and difficulty in reading or following stories. If you suspect your child may be long-sighted, it is important to get treatment as soon as possible to prevent them developing crossed eyes. Left untreated, young children who are long-sighted may eventually lose vision in one eye.

The symptoms of long-sightedness are similar in adults, and you will notice difficulty in reading, writing, and conducting other detailed tasks. You may also find you are unable to view the information on a computer screen clearly. If you perform a lot of close work and find you are getting eye-strain or headaches, this may indicate an excessive effort to focus the eyes, which could be due to long-sightedness.