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Originally Posted by FanciFreez
I have noticed sometimes when reading I find myself reading with one eye shut... (my weakest eye).. when this happens, I reposition book, refocus and back to normal with both eyes.. does anyone else find themselves doing this? if so, why? and what is the solution, problem etc.. is this abnormal or am I just a weirdo? 
Thanks in advance.. |
I'm not an ophthalmologist/optometrist, but I do know enough to recognize that this *could* be a symptom of mild strabismus or convergence insufficiency - especially if repositioning the book further away helps. It sounds to me like you're (unconsciously) trying to avoid eyestrain caused by the constant issue of a "double image".
In fact, I do the same thing (read with one eye) when I'm reading in an unusual position or at an odd angle - like laying my head down and reading a propped-up book.
So no, I don't think you're weird, or even abnormal (vergence issues are relatively common). But it might be worth it to mention it during your next eye exam - if for no better reason than to get a more informed answer.