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A 66-year-old male asked:

I was at ophthalmologist office today to check on post cataract. i was given a eyeglasses rx which was measured not by the md nor an optometrist. eye glass lenses expensive. trust results to the fullest?

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Dr. Clarence Grimanswered

Endocrinology 59 years experience

Eye glasses: I recommend you get a second opinion and then decide. If tmyoucan see better with them better with them then may be worth the price.

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