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Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with poor vision.

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Don't or stop smokeling as this can reduce circulation to the eyes.

Answered 4/21/2014

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Ignore: Only drive if your vision is good enough, but try doing as many activities as possible.

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Do: Do not ignore floaters or flashes that come and go.

Answered 4/24/2014

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Ignore: Chronic visual change may suggest change of or need for glasses.

Answered 5/21/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Do see your Eye MD ASAP. Many conditions require urgent treatment.

Answered 5/30/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Do: Do practice with your new bifocals. Learn to use them as you learn any new skill.

Answered 5/30/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Do: Do see an Eye MD to rule out any problem with the health of your eyes.

Answered 5/30/2014

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Ignore: Wear your glasses, get regularly checked. Do not neglect your eyes.

Answered 7/28/2014

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Ignore: If you are Diabetic get yearly eye exams. If sugar is high make sure it is well controlled.

Answered 7/28/2014

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Ignore: Do use reading glasses if needed Do see eye doctor regularly Don't rub or scratch your eyes.

Answered 11/27/2014

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Ignore: Your vision doesn't get worse by using glasses so use them and see the world clearly.

Answered 2/26/2015

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Do get a proper eye exam. Do wear your glasses or contacts regularly. Don't drive at night without.

Answered 3/13/2015

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Ignore: Do keep hope alive. Technology is advancing everyday in many areas.

Answered 5/7/2015

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Ignore: Check your vision in each eye separately using computer print. If squinting helps, you need glasses.

Answered 12/21/2015

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Ignore: Don't drive at night, in inclement weather or in unfamiliar places. Take a cab instead.

Answered 11/17/2018

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