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I am suffering from myopia -2.75 is this really high no. i sometimes squint when don't wear glasses will it get worst with age i am 26 yes old.

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Depends: It is difficult to predict whether the eyes would get worse over time. It is better that you wear glasses. Wearing glasses does not make make your eyes get worse

Answered 11/10/2014

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