Cylindrical Eye Power Treatment- 785 Questions Answered

My son is diagnosed with cylindrical power in right eye 1.50 left eye 1.75 he should regularly use eye glasses is it serious con dictionary to have cylindrical power

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Dr. Quresh Maskati Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

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Do not worry at all. Cylindrical power is due to the shape of the eye and usually does not progress with time. Your son can see even without glasses, so he does not have “weak” eyes; however, wearing ... Read More

Doc, If Astigmatism is Present With KCN, Will The Cylindrical Power Of Eye Must Change Frequently? Inform Me Doctor, Pls.

Asked for Male, 14 Years 1195 Views v

Dr. Arpita Naskar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Kolkata

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Yes it can change frequently!As the mentioned age is 14 years , refractive power will change!And if not using the glass properly! ... Read More

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Doc, If One Get Astigmatism With Progressive Keratoconus, Will His/Her Cylindrical Power Of Eye Must Change Frequently? Please Exactly Answer This Question, Doc And I Will Be Very Very Grateful To You.

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Dr. Pranay Kapadia Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

In Majority cases of Progressive keratoconus, Cylindrical power changes and hence change (mostly increase) in the Minus Cylindrical power gives a clue to the treating general ophthalmologist about ref ... Read More

Hello Sir/Madam, In my recent eye check-up i found that my power has been decrease from -4.00 to -3.5 in both the eye and there is cylindrical power of -1 in both eye. So is it a good sign or bad that my power has been decreased without any treatment or opretion ? And do my Cylindrical will get reduced over-a-time if i start wearing eyeglasses that

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Asked for Male, 19 Years 408 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Garg Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

It is highly unlikely that the power will get reduced. For refractive surgery, you can connect with a nearby ophthalmologist. ... Read More

I am wearing cylindrical glass of power -2.75 left and -1.25 right. Can i get rid of the power issue by undergoing any surgery.

Asked for Male, 25 Years 27837 Views v

Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Patna

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You may remove your glass by smile LASIK but I will never advise you for lasik because your power is small & there is lots of advantages in later life if you are myopic by around -2 D ... Read More

My sister has spherical power of 4 and 5 apart from cylindrical power of around 2.5 in both eyes, she's 30 years old. I am worried for her will she remain ok

Asked for Male, 33 Years 213 Views v

Dr. Ravi Chandna Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bhopal

If vision with glasses is good, then nothing to worry! Go to eye hospital for regular check up and she'll be fine! Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns ... Read More

My daughter has -1.25 cylinderical power in right eye and -1.0 cylinderical power in left eye. Is it serious? Does she need to wear glasses all the time? Is it curable? If yes then how? Does this increase as time goes by? Is there any medicine available to help her?

Asked for Female, 3 Years 1680 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

The glasses have to used Regularly. Normally the power will increase with age.pl consult Ophthalmologist for better evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I am getting frequent headaches,my vision feels heavy and my right eye hurts. This is happening since I started wearing my glasses with cylindrical power. Can cylindrical power cause this??

Asked for Male, 22 Years 396 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Please get your eyes tested again as wrong glass number can increase eye strain and headache ... Read More

My right eye power is Cyl=-0.25,axis=5 and left eye power is CYL=0.5,axis=180.My age is 26.so if I don't wear glasses then it will increase or not.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 759 Views v

Dr. Praveen Kumar Singh Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Moradabad

It's not clear that you are myopic (minus number) or hypermetropic (+ number) If you are having symptoms you should use the glasses ... Read More

I have been diagnosed with cylindrical power of both eyes of eye power -2.0 (both eyes) I want to no which glasess wil give clear vision.. I heard that blue cut lenses wil give lots of headache and will not give clear vision is that true.. is that true please guide me..and also weather should I go for Crizal or Zeus.. or I can go for lenskart or an

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Asked for Male, 30 Years 771 Views v

Dr. Jatin Wadhwa Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Faridabad

Good morning....all glases are made for improving your vision....important thing is that you are using the correct refraction. There are many type of lenses available in market....anti-glare, blue cut ... Read More

Having high power of -5(short sight) in both eyes with cylindrical power of -0.5 in right eye. Can u suggest a good diet ? To decrease the power naturally or to make this stable. Carrot and omega-3 daily??? Which omega-3 capsule is good? Please suggest. Thanks.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Azher Lodhi Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Aurangabad

Refractive surgery is the only option for reducing number.. A healthy diet is helpful for the optimum function of the retina...glasses number depends on the shape of the eye ball cannot be changed wit ... Read More

My eye power is increasing 0.25 on average each year, and I am now 30 years old. Does this happen in this digital age or is it something to be worried, moreover I was asked to do a test and it was normal

Asked for Male, 27 Years 114 Views v

Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Moradabad

Usually the numbers increase upto 18 to 20 yrs of age but if it's increasing at this age also you must get proper check up done,must not depend on the presumption that it might be due to screen time. ... Read More

I am 23 years young female. My power for right eye is -7.25 Left eye -7.50 (cylindrical-0.25) Left eye thickness = 503 (Suspects Keratoconus) Right eye thickness = 528 I really want to get rid of spectacles. Which surgery is recommended for this? Can contura lasik be done? Also any drops or medications which will cure suspection of Kerato

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Asked for Female, 23 Years 208 Views v

Dr. Harikrishnan V Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Hyderabad

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Absolutely NO LASER if it is suspect keratoconus. You may be a candidate for ICL. ... Read More

Hi Dr , I have high myopia of power -17D and -10.5 D As you all suggested me to reduce screen time so if I want to switch to IT related career I need to spend 9-10hrs infront of computer so how can I reduce my screen time

Asked for Male, 24 Years 146 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

If you have option, you can choose other field.With, certain precautions, you can do it also.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I have checked my eye power is -.25 should I wear glasses or avoid it? I gave some problem when I see mobile and computer

Asked for Female, 30 Years 135 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Pl continue the glasses. ... Read More

Hi, i am 26 years old and have never had any vision problems. I work most of the day in front of a computer. For the last one week i realised i was seeing a bit of doubling vertically and my eyes were paining a bit especially late at night, the doubling was especially visible in texts and horizontal lines. I went to the eye hospital the next day an

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 145 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Nothing to worry. Please use glasses as advised. Get your eyes tested annually. ... Read More

My eye power has changed from -8.50 to -9.00 in the left eye. While in my right eye, the power has changed from -10.50 to -11.00. Is it very necessary to make new glasses or should I continue with the old one? Please Guide. Thank You!

Asked for Male, 27 Years 99 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

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It is always better to wear new glasses. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old female and I have been detected eith keratoconus in my right eye. I will be going through C3R tomorrow. For my left eye, my spherical number was constant since 2021 till march 2023 , it was -2.00 but within 1 month , my left eye spherical power has suddenly increased from -2 to -2.75. but cylinder power is constant. W

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 64 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Advised dilated examination. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi I had my Lasik surgery done 1 month ago and in my vision test I was not able to read the last 3 lines on the board, doctor prescribed .75 power in one eye and .25 in other. He said use eye drops, it will go away?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 153 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

Enhancement surgery may be needed. Please consult operating surgeon ... Read More

My power is -3.5D and -1 (cylindrical) in both eyes. My concern is that from now I'll have to work more on computer. So will it increase my eye power? How to make it stable? Also can I opt for Lasik surgery?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 154 Views v

Dr. Azher Lodhi Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Aurangabad

Work on screen doesn't increase number Can plan lasik if number stable and other parameters normal ... Read More

My left eye power is spherical is -1.75 and cylindrical is -1.00 and axis is 170 degrees Do I need to wear Toric contact lens? If so what should be suggested power?

Asked for Male, 27 Years 167 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Yes.you can wear.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

My left eye power increased by 0.75 after 6 month but my vision is 6/6 at the age of 28 what is the reason? Why my left eye power is not stable at the age of 28

Asked for Male, 25 Years 136 Views v

Dr. Ravi Chandna Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bhopal

The power of the eye is very dynamic. It may increase with age. I'd first request you to see if your number has actually increased. For that please get a dilated refraction. Follow 20-20-20 rule while ... Read More

I had my touchless eye surgery for removing glasses on 3 December 2022 and it's been over 3 months now. I have very blurry vision in my right eye and even worse at night all I see is glare and Starburst and have a very hazy vision. Doctor told me I have - 1.50 number left in my right eye and told me I'm not eligible for enhancement procedure becaus

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Asked for Male, 27 Years 77 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Pl do not go for additional procedures, in your case.unnecessary risk.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Dr I have heard that vision therapy will help in correcting lazy eye , will this work for me , I am 25 years age and having power of my lazy eye is -17D

Asked for Male, 24 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Garg Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

It is rare to have results at this age, but in rare cases it can improve with vision therapy as per published papers. ... Read More

Hello Dr , I want to know about treatment of my left lazy eye , will it be treated for better vision having power -17 cyl -3

Asked for Male, 24 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Garg Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

Please consult with a nearby ophthalmologist. ... Read More

0.25 in left eye and 1 number in right eye this is cylindrical number, can it be cured by natural diet and exercise or will we have to wear lenses Please suggest normal diet or in how many days it will be cured

Asked for Male, 19 Years 185 Views v

Dr. Rutvi Parikh Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Vadodara

You have to wear glasses or contact lenses. With food it will be maintained ... Read More

My vision feels heavy and right eye hurts. This is happening from when I started wearing my glasses with cylindrical power. Can cylindrical power cause this issue?? Can I avoid the cylindrical power??

Asked for Male, 22 Years 161 Views v

Dr. Ravi Chandna Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bhopal

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It is possible that you're feeling heavy due to cylindrical power. Since it is a minor power, you can get plain spherical power. ... Read More

I have recently gone for eye check up and found that I have cylindrical power -1 in left eye and 0.75 in right eye. I was suggested to wear spectacles. Should I wear it always or only during screen time? Is it astigmatiasm and Can it be cured?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 221 Views v

Dr. Azher Lodhi Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Aurangabad

Yes you should use glasses ..No cure.. ... Read More

Hi, Few days back my father's biometry of left eye has been done for catract operation. As per the report Left eye cylindrical Power is: - 0.85 D @ 74° For which cylindrical Power we need to use or we can use Toric lence for catract ? I think he has cylindrical Power. Could you please tell toric monofocal lens required or not in this sit

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

He needs certain tests have to be done,pre cataract surgery. Pl consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken. ... Read More

Hi, Few days back my father's biometry of left eye has been done for catract operation. As per the report Left eye cylindrical Power is: - 0.85 D @ 74° I think he has cylindrical Power. Could you please tell toric monofocal lens required or not in this situation? Can we use toric lens for catract operation for this case? Report has been at

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Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Toric monofocal better ... Read More

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My son is diagnosed with cylindrical power in right eye 1.50 left eye 1.75 he should regularly use eye glasses is it serious con dictionary to have cylindrical power

Doc, If Astigmatism is Present With KCN, Will The Cylindrical Power Of Eye Must Change Frequently? Inform Me Doctor, Pls.

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Doc, If One Get Astigmatism With Progressive Keratoconus, Will His/Her Cylindrical Power Of Eye Must Change Frequently? Please Exactly Answer This Question, Doc And I Will Be Very Very Grateful To You.

I am wearing cylindrical glass of power -2.75 left and -1.25 right. Can i get rid of the power issue by undergoing any surgery.

My sister has spherical power of 4 and 5 apart from cylindrical power of around 2.5 in both eyes, she's 30 years old. I am worried for her will she remain ok

My daughter has -1.25 cylinderical power in right eye and -1.0 cylinderical power in left eye. Is it serious? Does she need to wear glasses all the time? Is it curable? If yes then how? Does this increase as time goes by? Is there any medicine available to help her?

I am getting frequent headaches,my vision feels heavy and my right eye hurts. This is happening since I started wearing my glasses with cylindrical power. Can cylindrical power cause this??

My right eye power is Cyl=-0.25,axis=5 and left eye power is CYL=0.5,axis=180.My age is 26.so if I don't wear glasses then it will increase or not.

Having high power of -5(short sight) in both eyes with cylindrical power of -0.5 in right eye. Can u suggest a good diet ? To decrease the power naturally or to make this stable. Carrot and omega-3 daily??? Which omega-3 capsule is good? Please suggest. Thanks.

My eye power is increasing 0.25 on average each year, and I am now 30 years old. Does this happen in this digital age or is it something to be worried, moreover I was asked to do a test and it was normal

Hi Dr , I have high myopia of power -17D and -10.5 D As you all suggested me to reduce screen time so if I want to switch to IT related career I need to spend 9-10hrs infront of computer so how can I reduce my screen time

I have checked my eye power is -.25 should I wear glasses or avoid it? I gave some problem when I see mobile and computer

My eye power has changed from -8.50 to -9.00 in the left eye. While in my right eye, the power has changed from -10.50 to -11.00. Is it very necessary to make new glasses or should I continue with the old one? Please Guide. Thank You!

Hi I had my Lasik surgery done 1 month ago and in my vision test I was not able to read the last 3 lines on the board, doctor prescribed .75 power in one eye and .25 in other. He said use eye drops, it will go away?

My power is -3.5D and -1 (cylindrical) in both eyes. My concern is that from now I'll have to work more on computer. So will it increase my eye power? How to make it stable? Also can I opt for Lasik surgery?

My left eye power is spherical is -1.75 and cylindrical is -1.00 and axis is 170 degrees Do I need to wear Toric contact lens? If so what should be suggested power?

My left eye power increased by 0.75 after 6 month but my vision is 6/6 at the age of 28 what is the reason? Why my left eye power is not stable at the age of 28

Dr I have heard that vision therapy will help in correcting lazy eye , will this work for me , I am 25 years age and having power of my lazy eye is -17D

Hello Dr , I want to know about treatment of my left lazy eye , will it be treated for better vision having power -17 cyl -3

0.25 in left eye and 1 number in right eye this is cylindrical number, can it be cured by natural diet and exercise or will we have to wear lenses Please suggest normal diet or in how many days it will be cured

My vision feels heavy and right eye hurts. This is happening from when I started wearing my glasses with cylindrical power. Can cylindrical power cause this issue?? Can I avoid the cylindrical power??

I have recently gone for eye check up and found that I have cylindrical power -1 in left eye and 0.75 in right eye. I was suggested to wear spectacles. Should I wear it always or only during screen time? Is it astigmatiasm and Can it be cured?

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