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I have a refractive error of -5.75 in both eyes (myopia & astigmatism) and floaters in both eyes. is a pupil dilation better than the digital retinal?

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Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

Yes: Nothing beats the chance to get a good look at the peripheral retina when there is an onset of new floaters. Dilation is a bit of an annoying pain but is recommended in this circumstance. You are, hopefully, seeing an ophthalmologist.

Answered 12/4/2019

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A member asked:

I have a refractive error of -5.75 in both eyes (myopia & astigmatism) and floaters in both eyes. is a pupil dilation better than the digital retinal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

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