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Old 7th Oct 2008, 13:38
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airmiles
 
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Explanation

Can someone please explain Sphere Cylinder Axis Prism Base
I am long sighted and I have astigmatism in both eyes, but my left eye is the worst one. (Wish I could have an eye implant.. )

In the Sph column this is either + for long sightedness or - for short sightedness
In the Cyl column I have - what does this column mean?
And the Axis what does this column mean?

It talks about diopters on the CAA website that it should not exceed +5 but that astigmatism must not exceed +2. How do I know from my results if I have passed or not?

I would like someone to pm if they can as I am very worried. I have passed a Gatwick CAA 1st Class Medical 4 years ago but my left eye only just passed.

Thanks
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