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Is it safe to ride rollercoasters and other thrill rides? i'm highly myopic (-5.5), have lattice degeneration, and small retinal holes?

Q: is it safe to ride rollercoasters and other thrill rides? i'm highly myopic (-5.5), have lattice degeneration, and small retinal holes?

: Your ophthalmologist or retinal specialist who knows your eye status ( &amp; eye meds if any ) would be best to answer this question.

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Your ophthalmologist or retinal specialist who knows your eye status ( & eye meds if any ) would be best to answer this question.

Answered 7/5/2023

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A member asked:

Is it safe to ride rollercoasters and other thrill rides? i'm highly myopic (-5.5), have lattice degeneration, and small retinal holes?

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