A 30-year-old male asked:
saw doctor for dry eye and got glasses prescription instead. can dryness cause vision changes & should i go for a 2nd opinion if exam didn't investigate dryness?
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Dr. Tim Conrad answered
33 years experience Ophthalmology
Yes: Did you see an ophthalmologist? You can treat dry eyes with over the counter artificial tears. If this is not adequate, then an evaluation is appropriate.
Answered on Apr 23, 2014
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