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What kinds of contact lenses could i wear if irregular astigmatism?
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Gas perms: Irregular astigmatism can be caused by topographic irregularities of the cornea and rigid gas permeable lenses can help. These can be worn while awake only and for a maximum period of 20 years.
Answered 5/21/2013
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