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Eye Care (Expert Forum)
High myopia and ski
Answered by
John C Hagan III, MD, FACS - Ophthalmology
Discover Vision Centers
Kansas City - MO
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High myopia and ski
by AAA&BBB, Mar 13, 2008 02:06PM
Hi Doctor I have high myopia with both eyes about 10.00 diopter and had LASIK 4 years ago. Vision is pretty good 20/20. Do you think for my case I can go to ski with friends. Cause you know i was told by my doctor i need to avoid strenuous crash with people and hard things like ground. When i ski you know it is unavoidable that i will hit the snow ground or crash with other people. is that acceptable for my eyes. Pls kindly advise. also do i need eye shield?
Doctor's Answer
by John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, Mar 13, 2008 03:37PM
, Mar 13, 2008 03:37PM
Only you can determine if the risks of a collision while skiing outweigh the enjoyment you have. If you should choose to ski then wear ski goggle at all times.
JCH III MD
JCH III MD
