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My sister has myopia. that began in adolescence then stopped at 20 yr. then reprised at 40 yr and never stops. now she is 41.is that a bad thing?
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Myopia can worsen: As one gets older. I hope this article will give u helpful info about this eye condition. Take care! http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001023.Htm.
Answered 1/4/2014
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