What's the Difference Between Nearsightedness, Farsightedness, and Astigmatism?

Опубликовано: 11 Июнь 2026
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You've probably heard of nearsightedness (myopia), astigmatism (cylindrical astigmatism), and farsightedness (hyperopia).
But do you know the difference?

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