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Medical Conditions - Cylindrical Eye Power

If a person is said to have cylindrical eye power, they have what is known as astigmatism, a refractive error. It means that the correction required is unequal in different meridians of the eye. So, they will need a spectacle lens with a cylinder power correction in addition to the spherical power correction.

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Is increasing cylindrical power normal in a 5-year-old?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and can understand your concern.I am really glad you are keeping such a close eye on your daughter’s vision and noticing these changes.

Can excessive phone and TV use cause astigmatism in kids?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Unfortunately, his eyesight will not return to normal. But his vision can be corrected with a LASIK surgery after he turns 18. It is not a serious condition.

Is ghosting and double vision a symptom of keratoconus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Can eye power be reversed by eating carrots and vitamins?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns and have gone through your son's eye records. I can confirm that the power given cannot be reversed by eating carrots and vitamins.

Should I use special eyeglasses if I spend a lot of time?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This condition is very common when you work for long on the computer and is called computer vision syndrome. You do not need special glasses.

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Is cylindrical eye number a sign of keratoconus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This may be a sign of keratoconus, but not for sure. It depends on the progression.

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Why is there a difference between axis given by doctor and autorefractometer?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You see, ten by ten or six by six mean the glasses are good and suitable. For the difference, actually, the difference is 30 and not 150 and I will explain it to you.

What care and precautions do I need to take for the cylindrical vision?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Keep regular follow ups with your optometrist and eye doctor for repeated refraction for every 3 to 6 months.

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Is it possible to correct lazy eyes in a 4-year-old?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern about your son. The good news is it is detected early.

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Other than specs, is there any option available to correct my cylindrical eye power?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The cylinder power is low, and there is nothing to worry. As there is astigmatism, the glasses have to be worn at all times.

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