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How would i know if my child is farsighted or nearsighted?
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Far vs near: If a child has trouble seeing the whiteboard in school, likely nearsighted. However, if they have trouble seeing a book close up, likely farsighted. Please see an ophthalmologist for a refractive exam.
Answered 7/8/2012
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