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Plus and minus power in same eye.

2018-11-01 13:25:53
Hi, My doctor told me that I got -0.5 spherical power and +2.25 (axis 160) cylindrical power in my right eye. Is it possible to have both plus and minus power in the same eye?
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Hello Yes.  This is possible

Answered2018-11-01 17:23:38

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Yes, it is called a mixed astigmatism!

Answered2018-11-01 13:36:38

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