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I have multiple styes or chalazions i'm not sure which, should i see an ophthalmologist or optometrist?
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Ophthalmologist: An ophthalmologist is a fully trained eye physician and surgeon. Optometrist are non-physician providers that have limited training in eye disease.
Answered 3/12/2013
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Ophthalmologist: Would be best in case you need to have one biopsied or taken off - they can also prescribe the right meds to help your condition.
Answered 12/1/2014
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