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Eye Care (Expert Forum)
20/200 vision
Answered by
Michael J Kutryb, MD - Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, glaucoma, Laser Vision Correct
Kutryb Eye Institute - Titusville
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20/200 vision
by jessica8604, Nov 26, 2007 03:41AM
The last time I had my vision checked, it was 20/200. That was a few years ago, and I know it has gotten much worse. My vision is at 20/200 without glasses...so does that make me legally blind or not? Also, what could be causing the rapid deterioration of my eyesight?...could I end up blind?
Doctor's Answer
by Michael J Kutryb, MD, Nov 26, 2007 06:37PM
, Nov 26, 2007 06:37PM
In order to be legally blind you would have to have 20/200 or worse in BOTH eyes WITH YOUR BEST POSSIBLE PAIR OF GLASSES. If you can see with your glasses on you are not legally blind - you just need strong glasses.
MJK MD
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