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Eyesight problem

2019-07-25 13:48:48
Hello doctor..I have long distance problem..I m wearing contact lenses for the past 5 years..my power is -2.25 for both the eyes..is there any treatment to improve my eyesight and get rid of contact lenses..thanks in advance..
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Hello, After 21 years of age eye number usually remains constant. If your power has remained same for at least a year, then you can consider undergoing LASIK surgery to get rid of glasses.
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visit an ophthalmologist to test your eye fitness for LASIK surgery

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