Are eyeglasses necessary?

Question

I got my first glasses at 16. I stopped wearing them. I went to get glasses again at 22 because I could tell a difference in my vision (lots, lots of computer work). The doc was a total jerk. "Look outside, can you read that sign" (huge letters, side of a semi) across the street. I said, "yeah". He said, "well you don't need glasses, but I'll sell you somem if you want. you want contacts, too? I'll sell you some". I was just shocked. I didn't have a spine them and paid (still in shock. I should have walked out). I went for another opinion. That doc (a family friend in my hometown) said I could use some glasses. Now I'm almost 27 and went to the doc again. 20/15 in my left eye (superb) but I could only see about half-way down the chart with my right. I see OK with both but get headaches and have problems driving at night (depth perception). This doc said wear glasses when driving and at work. Do you think he was being patronizing, or do you think I really need them?

I infer doctor motive aside from my health because of the doc that said, "You don't need them, but I'll sell them to you if you want them. Want some contacts too? I can sell you some if you wanna buy 'em from me." Jerk. That is why I doubt it. Thanks.

I infer doctor motive aside from my health because of the doc that said, "You don't need them, but I'll sell them to you if you want them. Want some contacts too? I can sell you some if you wanna buy 'em from me." Jerk. That is why I doubt it. Thanks.

Answer 1

You need to have an eye refraction exam. Your left eye is trying to compensate for the poorer acuity in your right. This means the muscles that are used to change lens shape for focus adjustment are working overtime, ergo headaches. Ask several acquaintances who wear glasses or contacts where/who checks their eyes and are they satisfied w/ the services. Then choose a service and have your eyes examined.

In the USA there are two types of eye doctors. Ophthalmologists are qualified for eye refraction exams, eye disease exams plus eye surgery. Optometrists are similarly qualified except they cannot do eye surgery. Either is qualified for prescribing glasses. Then you will visit an optician to have the prescription filled. Not everyone is a candidate for contacts. If you are a candidate for contacts, this would probably mean just one for your right eye since your left is OK, then you may also have to see specialist for the contacts.

Answer 2

" 20/15 in my left eye (superb) but I could only see about half-way down the chart with my right. I see OK with both but get headaches and have problems driving at night (depth perception). "

Some people are fine and comfortable essentially running on one eye (About 1 in 30 of the population!) and there getting glasses just to bring the poorer eye up to or near the standard of the dominant eye would often be a marginal benefit, quite possibly a waste of money, and occasionally counterproductive.
But if there are signs that the eyes are struggling to be more binocular, as you report, then glasses should definitely be tried.
It will be up to you to decide how useful they are, and when you feel the improvement in vision/comfort makes you want to wear them. Don't accept being ordered.
There is no issue about creating a lazy eye at this point, or making your eyes go better or worse.

If you get them just for night driving, you can then try them at the office/computer to see if they make a difference there too.
the same Rx will apply.

Answer 3

If the second doc says "yes" I would go with that, especially if he has no connections to an optical shop where he'd get kickbacks from prescribing classes. Did you explain about the headaches? It could be caused by not wearing glasses or be due to something totally different.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Please get a prescription and purchase a pair of glasses.

Eyesight doesn't improve with age, but definitely worsens in the vast majority of people.
The muscles that control focusing gradually weaken.
You didn't mention the "defect in vision" for the right eye.
It may be astigmatism.

Around the age of 30, people begin to notice eyesight problems, whether it's what you've experienced or difficulties in reading.

I do not see "why" you infer any other motive than the Dr's. concern for your health.

Answer 6

I think you need to go to another doctor and report him to the AMA.