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2018-04-25 08:48:13
My 7 years son is advised by the doctor with -2.5 spherical and -1 cylindrical for both the eyes. Previously he was wearing -3.5 spherical for both the eyes. Which one would be better?
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The power with which he can see best .Please go with the current number.

Answered2018-05-03 07:05:24

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Whatever power currently he is having give it to him.... It means latest one -2.5Sph -1.0 Cyl.
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Is cycloplegic refraction done by putting eye drops and dilating pupil?

Answered2018-04-25 12:06:09

YESNO

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