Astigmatism

Astigmatism is caused by a deformity of the eye in which the shape of the cornea is more oval and asymmetric than the normal round shape.

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Astigmatism
Astigmatism is caused by a deformity of the eye in which the shape of the cornea is more oval and asymmetric than the normal round shape.

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    informative video

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    GREAT VIDEOS, NEED MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EXERCISES TO BE DONE

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