Lasik Side Effects |

Is this a sign that I may have long term side effects from Lasik, or is it normal?

15 Dec, 2009 No Comment

mimi asked:

I went in for my consultation for Lasik, and the doctor said before I have Lasik I need to add these drops to my eyes frequently for about 2 weeks because my right eye is dry. Then I will come back and see if they got better, and then that’s when they will schedule me for the surgery. I’m scared to get it done now because of the stories I’ve been hearing about severe dry eye after Lasik.

Is LASIK safe? Any side effects in long term?

15 Dec, 2009 7 Comments

Mobidus Lee asked:

http://www.allaboutvision.com/visionsurgery/lasik.htm

LASIK surgery after effects - short & long term?

15 Dec, 2009 2 Comments

dinn11 asked:

Hi. I have -2 dioptre cylindrical vision (astimagtism) in both eyes (tunnel vision).I would like to know, preferrably, from people who have undergone LASIK surgery if the procedure has any long term side effects. I have heard cases which lead to near blindness. How has your experience been - direct or indirect? (I know LASIK is a relatively new procedure and so long term effects may not be known.)

Are there any significant long-term complications associated with LASEK?

15 Dec, 2009 1 Comment

Pretty Bueongi asked:

I’ve heard about some serious problems associated with LASIK eye surgery, but I can’t find much information about the complications of LASEK. I am aware of the risk of glare at night, dry eyes, etc., within the first few months, but haven’t heard much about anything that lasts indefinitely. Can LASEK sometimes have serious long-term side effects like LASIK, or is it a much safer option? Any personal experiences with LASEK would be greatly appreciated.

(To be clear, LASIK is the surgery that involves cutting a deeper corneal flap which is put back in place after surgery, whereas LASEK involves removing only the outer epithelial layer and covering with a protective lens after surgery. Please only answer regarding LASEK.)

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