Dr Robert Gander & Assoc (Seattle, WA 98125-6036)

• How does the doctor measure the correction power for astigmatism?

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• Can I wear contact lenses for astigmatism if I don't have astigmatism?

  Of course you can't.The contact lens for astigmatism is different from others,you will feel uncomfortable wearing them.

• How to know a lens is specifically made for astigmatism?

  You can go to any optician to have then tested and then you will know whether the lenses are made for astigmatism or not. Hope this helps you.

• How can I tell if I have astigmatism or myopia?

  For people with astigmatism,they can't see both near and distant without squinting and there seems to be double image in their vision .Sometimes they may have eye strain or headaches.They have difficulty focusing on printed words and lines.But people with myopia can see things close up.For your case,it is possibly that you are having myopia.

• Should I get single or progressive vision sunglasses?

  Progressive lenses are also called no line bifocals, they have all bebefits of bifocals and trifocals. They can ensure clear vision at all distances, for near distance, far distacne and also mid-range distance. For they have no lines in the lenses so they won't reveal that the wearer is wearing bifocals. Single vision lenses are for special purpose for one person to have one prescription to see at all distance. They can be used for "distance only" or "near vision" (reading only).

• Where are oversized sunglasses available?

  Why not get them online? I know some stores offer oversized sunglasses at relatively affordable price. Firmoo is the most impressive,for high quality glasses and the price are almost 80% lower than that of brick and mortar stores. Check out at http://www.firmoo.com/wrap-around-rx-sunglasses.html

• Is it possible to undergo cataract surgery if I have glaucoma?

  It is possible for a glaucoma patient to undergo cataract surgery. However, there are risks to have cataract surgery and there are even higher risks if you have glaucoma. So before you go to have cataract surgery, you should talk with your surgeon about these risks and the benefits of the surgery.

• Are there any contacts available for both astigmatism and nearsightedness?

  Toric contact lenses are available for people who have both astigmatism and nearsightedness because toric contact lenses have two power, one for astigmatism and the other for either nearsightedness or farsightedness.

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