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What will happen if i wear my nearsighted glasses when reading?

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Age dependent: If you are under 40, you should be able to read through your glasses. Over 40 you may run into near vision problems (presbyopia) which can require a bifocal or sometimes removal of the eyeglasses to see at near.

Answered 12/6/2012

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