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Hi, wearing incorrect prescription glasses, will not harm eyes regardless if someone is nearsighted and continue wearing for next 1 year, correct?

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Dr. Tim Conrad
Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 36 years experience
Correct: Glasses, correct or incorrect, do not change eyes.
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Dr. Richard Witlin
Dr. Richard Witlinanswered
LASIK Surgery 48 years experience
Not harmful: Wearing the wrong prescription will not hurt your eyes. However, it can certainly cause visual symptoms such as blurred vision, eye strain, or headaches.
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