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What is the definition or description of: farsightedness?
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Farsightedness is: also referred to as Hyperopia. A short axial length of the eye or a non-optimized lens allows light to focus behind the retina instead of on the retinal plane. This typically results in an inability to see near objects clearly.
Answered 10/16/2017
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