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2017-04-23 10:33:28
I want to know whether I should opt for contact lenses or stay with spectacles. I'm 16M. I wanted to know if it was necessary to get an appointment with an ophthalmologist
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Hello It is personal choice Both are okay If you are comfortable with contact lens then you may use lenses

Answered2017-04-23 10:54:58

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