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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 answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Correct: Glasses, correct or incorrect, do not change eyes.

Answered 1/2/2014

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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.

Answered 1/12/2014

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