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How common is it to have a -12 eyesight in a 19 year old?

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I am 19 years old. The power of both my eyes is -12.00. It is even higher than my mom's. Is this common, and is it very high? I saw the eye doctor, and he said my eyes were healthy, but the high prescription is worrying. I do not believe I see anything different other than some floaters when I turn my head sometimes. I am afraid I will suffer from a retinal tear at some point. How rare is that for someone with my kind of eyes? Could it just happen anytime? How safe am I from something like that?

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Answered by Dr. Rahul Vaswani

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Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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You seem to have high myopia. This high error is not common. If you have a complaint about floaters, then consult a vitreoretinal expert. He will also rule out any retinal tears. I must advise you to keep getting your eyes checked every six months or so. Do not engage in chronic weightlifting works like going to a gym. You can occasionally lift objects which is fine, but not chronically on a daily basis. I hope this helps.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 27, 2017
Reviewed At February 6, 2024

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Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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Dr. Rahul Vaswani

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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