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Is it possible to strengthen your eyes-should i make my 6yr old wear her glasses?

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Dr. Sahba Ferdowsi answered

Specializes in General Practice

Follow directions: If your healthcare professional has prescribed your child to wear glasses. Follow his or her directions. It is important to remain compliant with the orders.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Absolutely: Children's prescriptions can continue to change into their early 20s. If the prescription is not treated when they are young, they may develop amblyopia - the inability to see well despite wearing the appropriate glasses. If your eye doctor prescribed glasses, then your child should be wearing them full-time while awake. Speak with your doctor about ways to help keep the glasses on.

Answered 12/22/2011

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