Do I need stronger or weaker reading glasses?

Question:

I had Lasik refractive surgery one week ago to correct my far-sightedness. I now find I need to sit closer than normal to the computer screen with the over-the-counter reading specs I purchased. Does that suggest I need a stronger or weaker pair? Until my vision settles in (a few more months), it is suggested I don't invest in a proper Rx pair of glasses.

Or should I simply push the monitor (computer screen) further back?

I'd ask my ophthalmologist, but I'd like an answer sooner than later. Thanks...

Answer:
Actually, you need a weaker pair. The higher the number on a pair of readers, the closer you have to be to the object you are looking at.

Most people over correct themselves with OTC readers, thinking that better vision comes with stronger glasses. These are magnifiers.

If you are currently using +2.00 or stronger, please consider using +1.50 or +1.75. I think you'll appreciate the difference.

It sounds like you need a stronger pair

I had near sightedness corrected a few years ago.
Now I cant see up close! I require two pairs of glasses...one stronger to see very close like to thread a needle or to see things within12inches or less. And one pair weaker to see the screen or things farther than 12inches. It's messed up but that's how it is!!

Do I need stronger or weaker reading glasses?

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