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Why do we squint in an effort to see eye test more clearly?

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Dr. Michael Sinclair answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Blocks unfocused : Squinting cuts out some of the light that is not properly focused on the retina. It might cause wrinkles, but it won't hurt your vision. Your vision may degrade over time due to age, not due to squinting.

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Answered 11/7/2014

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