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I started a thread yesterday asking whether I should see an optometrist or ophthalmologist for my increased number of floaters. My thread was banned for "asking for advice."
I am happy to report that I chose to see an optometrist today at a well-known eyeglass chain. I was very impressed.
I got a comprehensive eye exam with dilation for just $80. The optometrist was very competent. She is a graduate of Berkeley School of Optometry.
My retinas are totally fine. As a bonus, I learned that I will need reading glasses soon. I was told to postpone getting them as long as possible because I will become dependent on them.
I was given a choice between Optomap for an additional $40, or a dilated manual exam. I chose the latter because I am a cheapskate, and because Optomap look likes a gimmick to me. Of course, I could be wrong, because I am not an optometrist.
Lesson that I learned: Always go to an optometrist first for any eye problem unless it is obvious that I will need surgery.
I am happy to report that I chose to see an optometrist today at a well-known eyeglass chain. I was very impressed.
I got a comprehensive eye exam with dilation for just $80. The optometrist was very competent. She is a graduate of Berkeley School of Optometry.
My retinas are totally fine. As a bonus, I learned that I will need reading glasses soon. I was told to postpone getting them as long as possible because I will become dependent on them.
I was given a choice between Optomap for an additional $40, or a dilated manual exam. I chose the latter because I am a cheapskate, and because Optomap look likes a gimmick to me. Of course, I could be wrong, because I am not an optometrist.
Lesson that I learned: Always go to an optometrist first for any eye problem unless it is obvious that I will need surgery.
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