A member asked:

Should i wear my nearsighted glasses for reading and looking at computer? my prescription is -1.75 rt eye, -.75 left eye. will it make vision worse?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Hussain Elhalis answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Glasses: Decide based on your comfort with either option. If you feel like you need the glasses to see better up close then wear them. Otherwise, don't. Take care.

Answered 9/23/2017

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Dr. Erin Robertson answered

Specializes in General Practice

Q1: no. Q2: maybe.: If you are "nearsighted," that means you need your glasses for distance, like for driving, but not reading. Conversely, if you are "farsighted" you need your glasses for up-close vision, like reading but not driving. Using your distance lenses for reading will stress your eyes, and may leave you with a headache and even some mild fatigue. Make sure your prescription is current.

Answered 11/12/2019

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