Would it be OK for me to wear reading glasses without seeing the eye doctor first?
JUN 05, 2015
Question:
I've been using the computer a lot and I've noticed my eyes are straining and become watery at times. I've never been to the eye doctor and was wondering if regular reading glasses might help. Would it be OK for me to wear reading glasses without seeing the eye doctor first?
Answer:
Without knowing your refractive situation (what your prescription might be), it is not possible to answer your question. Your watering eyes may be in response to a dry eye syndrome or simply due to you not blinking enough when staring at the computer. Also, reading glasses are selected based on optimal focus at reading distance, which is usually different (closer) than computer distance. I would encourage you to see an ophthalmologist first to determine your optimal prescription and ensure there are no medical problems.