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Re: [OM] contact lenses instead of glasses??

Subject: Re: [OM] contact lenses instead of glasses??
From: Gregg Iverson <giverson@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, 29 Jan 2000 15:49:07 -0500
Well, I'm myopic, have an astigmatism, and for the last couple of years
have needed help for reading too (my arms have gotten shorter <g>).  The
problem with the progressive glasses is seeing all the viewfinder, and
looking at close objects above me.

Gregg

DaEyeGuy@xxxxxxx wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 1/28/00 10:47:20 PM Eastern Standard Time, Gregg queries::
> << What happens when the eyes get tired and glasses are used?  Do you use
>  the same distance/near prescription in the glasses too?>>
> 
> Gregg,
> Usually you (if you are nearsighted) only need a distance prescription for
> when your eyes are tired and you take off your contacts (i.e. at night at
> home, etc). Since myops can usually see well up close, you usually can see
> close work well without glasses. Hyperops (farsighted's) would need either a
> bifocal or two pairs of glasses (one for distance and one for reading). All
> this is hard to specify without the actual prescription...a few too many
> variables here!!
> Susan
> in cold Amherst VA, waiting for the next storm
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