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Do you think i should consider laser eye surgery rather than glasses?
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Mixed results: Lasik at your age will allow you to see well at a distance but you will then need reading glasses. Check with your lasik surgeon to see if you are eligible for the procedure and what to expect.
Answered 4/5/2013
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