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My eyes go back and forth not too often. it happens involuntarily and doesn't hurt. i notice it when i am looking close up like sewing. i wear glasses?

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See ophthalmologist.: Your excessive nystagmus is bothersome and may have some underlying pathology. You may also be referred to a neurologist for further evaluation.

Dr Vogel agreed

Answered 3/18/2013

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