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I have a serious eyesight problem

2017-07-29 14:31:07
I'm now having -5&-6 power of glasses for left and right eye respectively. Is it a hereditary problem? Which reasons my eyes are getting worse and worse
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It can be hereditory but more important is you get your retina checked cos till now nobody can stop increasing number but can prophylactically cure retinal problems related to it
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Perioheral retinal exam

Answered2017-07-29 19:12:46

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