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A 42-year-old male asked:

How soon after lasik should i get computer glasses? i know the prescription can change. now that the myopia is gone my right eye feels strained.

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Dr. Tim Conrad
Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 36 years experience
Today: Buy +1.25 or +1.00 over-the-counter glasses. This works well for computer use.
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Dr. Richard Witlin
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LASIK Surgery 48 years experience
Within 1 week: Assuming your lasik surgery went well, you can go out and get computer glasses. If you are concerned your prescription might still change, get a temporary pair of over-the-counter glasses to start you off.
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