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Hi, I have been detected with reading number of +0.75 for both the eyes. But I have already reading glasses of number +1.00 of my brother. Can i use the same glasses for me as he is not using that now.

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If you are 35 years of age then you cannot have a reading glass i.e. near glass prescription. In most cases near glass prescription is required only after the age of 40. For anyone needing a near corr ...  Read More

I am 45 yrs of age. For the last two months i have been having problems in reading. I have to keep the book at a distance of about 1 feet to be able to focus. Can i get readymade over the counter reading glasses or do they have specific power??

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Yes, one can use that small pocket specs that have predefined number available over the counter, but only after getting it checked by an ophthalmologist to know the number exactly, and whether it wi ...  Read More

A few months back an opthalmolog it said I hAve dry eyes due to constant work on laptop. Now my head hurts and reading difficulty on small font and constant heavy head

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you have computer vision syndrome use lubricant eye drops 2to3 times daily and follow 20..20..formula ie close your eyes for 20 seconds after every 20 minutes. don't face towards A.C.. and keep suffi ...  Read More

I do not have any vision problems, the only thing is I have suddenly started facing eye strain and headache while looking at my PC at work. Hence, I wanted to ask do I need to consult the opthalmologist before purchasing computer reading glasses from a specs store?

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Hello. A. Reduce screen time B. Cold compresses C. Use lubricating eyedrop D. Consult local ophthalmologist ...  Read More

My Aunt is diagnosed with the following lens prescription. +0.75sph, +0.5cyl, axis 160, +2.75 add in RE +0.5sph, +0.5cyl, axis 20, +2.75 add in LE She does have only reading problem. Long and Near vision are clear for her. Can she use only glasses for presbyopia? Other than +2.75, what does the other plus power indicate? Pls suggest.

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Hello 1. She can use glasses for near work only 2. add in near vision means that her near power would be 2.75 D in addition to distance vision. So near vision number is 3.50DS/+0.50DCx160 in right ey ...  Read More

My eye sight diagnosed as right eye cyl +0.75, SPH+2.5 axis 150 left eye cyl 0 SPH +3. i want have only reading glasses , what readings be incorporated for reading glasses

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some information seems to be missing. pm share the prescription. ...  Read More

Actually I am working on computer more than 6hours and also use mobile 2hours so my eyes are tired so any glasses are useful for my problem.

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‌Few instructions: 1. Follow 20-20 rule. After every 20 minutes of any near work say laptops, mobile or reading take a break and focus for 20 seconds at a far away object at least 20 meters awa ...  Read More

My eyes hurt after reading tiny letters in my book continuously for 15min. Will I need any reading glass for aiding my eyes while reading? Becoz I don't have any vision problem while reading to distant letters or my classroom board. But I have already had the problem of slight Binocular Vision. Pls help me .

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Pl consult local ophthalmologist. ...  Read More

My eye sight is fine. I can read closer or distant word correctly but I can not read longer time. Reading longer time or browsing in pc/smartphone gives me kind of eye burn some times headeche. should I start using reading glasses???My left eye lid aslo cramp often.

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Hello Your symptoms are suggestive of dryness Try A.cold compresses B use lubricating eyedrop frequently Consult local ophthalmologist if problem persist Regards ...  Read More

Hi Doctors..my eyes are hurting special left one..pls suggest some medicine..should I visit a doctor

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Hello, Please provide more information viz redness in eyes/ discharge/ blurry vision/ associated headache/ swelling on eyelids/ excessive near or computer work? Use lubricating eydrops like refreshtea ...  Read More

After testing my both eyes having .5 cylindrical power doctor suggest me to use glasses,but I don't want to use glasses.give me some suggestions pls

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Alternate options for the glasses are contact lenses.. you can surely use contact lenses . This is most convenient way to avoid the glasses.. if at all you don’t want to wear glasses and the contact l ...  Read More

I recently got +1.5 AP on both my eyes due to presbyopia diagnosis. Cylindrical, Spherical & Axis diagnosis is 0. Got progressive lenses, as recommended by my Eye Specialist, but those are not that comfortable while working on laptop while very good for reading from newspapers, mobile etc within half meter distance from eyes. Need guidance if com

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It will take some time, otherwise take only near glasses.pl consult. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, which glasses are best for eyes? Blue cut or antiglare? I have heard Blue cut are marketing gimmicks. Please advice. Thanks

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Blue cut are better as they help to reduce light exposure from gadgets, if you are working for more than 6-8 hrs. ...  Read More

My daughter says that she is facing difficulty while reading tiny letters in her books. She faces this problem after every 15min of continuous reading. But she can view the distant objects and letters clearly. Will she need any reading glasses for an aid for her vision while reading ?

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Visit nearby ophthalmologist for detail evaluation ...  Read More

Doctors this glasses i was ordered online for sun protection and today i received it . So now how can i confirm is it Sunglasses or not ?

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If you keep it in sun light,it will change in to black colour.pl show it once to in reliable optical shop ...  Read More

Doctors , is it possible or available to buy such kind glasses which is used for both eye sight as well as for sun ? I mean a glasses which is used for eye sight as well as for sun ( sunglasses )( eyesight) in same glasses ?

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Yes.They are available. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

Recently, while playing in a football match, brother got impacted by football on eyes and hurt himself. For 30 minutes, there wasn't vision. Ice pack used for immediate relief. Should he go for an eye checkup?

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Yes please get a dilated eye examination at the earliest ...  Read More

Can't see anything with both eyes Can't see anything even after wearing glasses, wants to change glasses

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It is better consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

I have only cylindrical power -1.75 in both eyes i am using power glasses only while reading, writing, using cell phone, laptop or watching TV only. can i avoid using power glasses in normal life.

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As you are having cylinder power,you have to wear the glasses continuously. ...  Read More

My son who is 7 years old is diagnosed with a mild power in his eyes. Could you Pls suggest if he needs glasses??

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As per the eye prescription, better, he uses glasses. Pl consult Ophthalmologist for better evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

Is it necessary to wear glasses while using the computer for 8 hours a day for office work? I am 46 years old. I got my eye test done. near vision value is +1.25 and long vision value is normal. the eye test center people told me that I must start wearing glasses else it will affect my eyesight. I am already using blue light filter in my laptop an

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After 40 we get presbyopia and inability to see near . It’s recommended to wear a near glasses or progressive glasses . ...  Read More

Can I use the above glasses specs for watching smartphone as well as reading books or while reading books it will damage my eyesight

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Yes.you can use . ...  Read More

I have 5 myopia, i wear these glasses regularly but lately i have realised that i can read books/tablet( 40-60 cm away from eyes), even with my old 3.5 glasses. Is it okay to wear 3.5 for reading books ( i read them for 10-12 hours a day ).

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Ideally at your age you don't need glasses to read books ,but I would suggest you to get a dilated retinoscopy done by a a qualified ophthalmologist and get your glass number rechecked . ...  Read More

I have been prescribed dry eyes drops which has no improvement after using a month. My eyes still hurts in day light or while using camera flash or while driving in night. Doctor after checking thoroughly says no problem inside my eyes. Please suggest what should I do now?

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Check if you have refractive error ,and ask your doctors about allergies and further which type of dry eye. correct treatment for dry eye is challenging ,it will take time have patience. ...  Read More

Does computer glasses help from damaging eye sight ? Are they beneficial to use with zero power ? Will they really help

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Yes indeed they are beneficial, not just with computers but with mobile and other screens as well. Get them on. Yes, zero power ones are available. ...  Read More

I was wearing glasses 3 years back and I had no problems. The powers were: RE: sph:-1.25 cyl:- 0.5 axis:10 LE: sph:-1.25 cyl: -0.5 axis: 30 And a year back, I started having headaches. So I went to the eye doctor and he gave me a new prescription glasses: RE: sph: -1.75 cyl: -0.75 axis: 180 LE: sph: -1.5 cyl: -0.5 axis: 30 For the whole year my eye

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Hello A. Minimum change in glasses power is common between two examination by two different ophthalmologists. B headache could be due to some other reason C. For eye strain.. Reduce screen time, cold ...  Read More

Hello doctor, can I use computer glasses though I don't have any power? If I use computer glasses for many years can it give me any eye problems like power or vision deficiency? And if I can use computer glasses then what kind of glasses should I go for?

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If you have increased screen time, you can use glasses with antireflective coating and blue filter, even if you have no power. Use of these glasses will not lead to future eye problems. Start using lu ...  Read More

My 4 and half year daughter got 6/9 vision in both eyes, and no other issues. Does she require glasses for this?

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After refraction only it can be told ...  Read More

I have -0.25 glasses, which i got recently, which is near sightedness so do i need to use the glasses while reading or using mobile? Do i need to continuously wear them? Also, is it normal to still see things at a distance bit blurry even while wearing the glasses?

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Hi... It is a very minor number ..if no symptoms., no need to wear them .. Blurriness could also be related to excessive screen time and dryness. Do a dilated check up m confirm number , if u plan to ...  Read More

I recently got a new set of frames on 21st June. My eye power is -6 for the right eye, -5.25 for the left eye. I had recently (on 9th June) visited an ophthalmologist because I was facing a dry eye issue causing redness of the eyes. However, my vision has not been affected at all. The doctor prescribed Normo Tears eyedrops 3 times a day, and Ocure

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Take frequent breaks during screen work. If your glass power is same then it should not be a problem, u will get adjusted, provided it's made correctly. ...  Read More

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