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Is it possible to get an eye operation for far sightedness?
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Yes: Lasik is approved for both far-sighted (hyperopia) and near-sighted (myopia) conditions. You will need a complete refractive surgery work up to determine if you are a good candidate for surgery.
Answered 6/8/2013
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