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-5.50 cylindrical powerbin 3 yr old

2017-12-16 13:06:45
My 3 yr old has been diagnosed with a cylindrical power or -5-25 in both eyes... what does this mean??is wearing glasses mandatory??
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Hello This is high cylindrical power I would recommend you to get him new pair of glasses asap to prevent amblyopia Regular workup is also advised

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