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Astigmatism diagnosis?
Danny13579
Is it possible that an Optlamologist might miss a very slight astigmatism after an eye exam?
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What are the symproms of an astigmatism? Could you have problems with busy patterns or high contrast things like blinds or supermarket shelves?
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