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Who is at risk for refractive errors?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Everyone: All of us are at risk for refractive errors; by family history, environment, workplace, and other health issues.
Answered 12/30/2014
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If family history: Although everyone is at risk, there is a strong genetic component so the best predictor may be your family history.
Answered 7/5/2012
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