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2023-08-11 07:04:34
I got my eye power tested yesterday and my power has changed. Earlier, my power was -7.5 on both eyes. Now my power is -7.75 on left eye and -8 on right eye. Please advise what power contact lens should i purchase? Can i purchase -7.75 and -8 or should i buy a different power?
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You must visit and ophthalmologist or contact lens centre ,get the trial first then it will be more comfortable. Its likely to be less than 7.

Answered2023-08-11 12:11:11

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Please share your glass prescription

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Kindly upload photo of glass prescription for proper contact lens number

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