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Mom wants me to wear glasses for distance. i dont like how they look. but im getting headaches from reading the board. is that a problem?

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Dr. Avi Bitton answered

Yes: Are the headaches only without the glasses? If so, you really should wear them: either get frames that you like and are happy wearing, or see if mom will go for contact lenses.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

Mom wants me to wear glasses for distance. i dont like how they look. but im getting headaches from reading the board. is that a problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Avi Bitton answered

Dr Namey and 3 doctors agreed

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