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A member asked:
I have astigmatism. my perscription: od -0.5 d cyl ax 95 and os -0.5 d cyl ax 70. can i safely wear -0.5 ordinary spherical contacts instead of toric?
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Need more info: The correct person is the person who did your refraction whether it be an optometrist or ophthalmologist who can go over the benefits and non benefits of these two lenses.
Answered 12/22/2014
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