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Really bad eye vision(11(spherical), -2.5(cylindrical). does this mean i need contacts?

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Dr. Jay Bradley
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Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery 19 years experience
Vision correction: With that prescription, you need some of correction such as glasses, contacts, or surgery. The glasses will be pretty thick though.
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