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Eye sight since 20 years

2022-04-01 13:00:38
Hi...i have -8 power to both of my eyes...I heard from a friend...that it can be considered under visually impaired ...Is that true?? Plz clarify...
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It depends on how much your vision is with -8 lenses. If it's 6/6, then not impaired. 

Answered2022-04-01 13:17:14

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Pl ,what is your visual acuity. If it is ok,youare not visually impaired.

Answered2022-04-01 14:43:32

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