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Can astigmatism of 0.75 cause headaches only during reading?

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Short Answer Yes: When your brain is straining to accurately interpret what two unmatched eyes are trying to tell them it causes "Eye Strain" See an ophthalmologist as soon as you can and get your vision assessed.

Answered 1/29/2021

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