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Can You Have LASIK Twice?

I had LASIK eight years ago and have now begun to lose the clarity of my vision again. Can I do another LASIK surgery?

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Redness and Blurred Vision After Lasik Eye Surgery

I had Lasik Eye Surgery done around two weeks ago, and I've been really worried about the amount of redness in my right eye. I have perfect vision on...

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IntraLase Lasik Vs Traditional Lasik

My friend just underwent lasic eye surgery but using a new technique called Intralase. She told me that intralase was better than lasik. She really...

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How Much Does LASIK Eye Surgery Cost?

I have seen the bargain ads for Lasik, and I know those deals can be dangerous or misleading. I'm just wondering what the appropriate price range...

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What is the Ideal Age to Have Lasik Eye Surgery?

At what age should you be before you undergo Lasik Eye Surgery to correct your vision? Is there any sort of age requirement or age limit to have laser...

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Lasik Plus Vs Wavefront Lasik

Not sure i understand how each lasik is different.  cheers

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Wearing Contacts Before LASIK?

I had a consult for Lasik surgery 5 or 6 years ago, and at the time I was told I couldn't wear my contacts during the 3 weeks before surgery, which...

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Wearing Contact Lenses for Short Time Before Lasik?

I am considering Lasik and am going to make an appointment for a consultation this week.My question is, I have not worn contacts for months but wore...

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Lasik Side Effects

I fear complications or side effects of lasik. what are typical problems?

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LASEK Procedure: Who Should Consider Lasek Surgery?

I am tired of wearing glasses and contacts, but my vision is very bad, and I don't know if lasek surgery will work for me.  How do I know if...

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Too Old for Lasik?

Is there an age at which Lasik would be ill advised because you might still need glasses to correct age-related eye issues, or does Lasik preclude...

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Is It Safe to Fly After Lasik Surgery?

I am considering Lasik surgery and have an upcoming vacation that will keep me away from too much eye strain for at least a week, which I hear is...

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Hazy, Unclear Post-op Lasik Vision

I had Lasik six days ago. Since the surgery, I have not had any periods of sharp, clear vision. I cannot read signs while I am driving, I have to get...

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Lasik Doctor Consultation

Have a lasik appointment and need help on what to ask the lasik doc!

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Where Can I Find the Best Lasik Eye Center?

Please suggest resources that can help me find the best lasik doctor!

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Lasek Vs. Lasik: Pros and Cons

My research of laser eye surgery has found that most doctors appear to strongly prefer Lasek over Lasik becs with LASEK you don't have to relift...

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Ghost Vision After Two Lasik Treatments

I've had Double or "Ghost" vision after my first Lasik treatment, and my right eye had the brunt of the effect, making it hard for me to...

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Lasik Complications

What are the most common complications following lasik surgery? how often do complications occur?

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How Long Does Lasik Results Last?

I am 24 y/o and considering doing Lasik! Is it a one time procedure? Am I too young to get it?

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Lasik Eye Drops

What eye drops do you recommend following lasik? Will visine be fine? How long afterwards will i need them?

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Blurry Left Eye After Lasik?

Have you experienced a change in your vision after Lasik? My left eye is blurry and I am wondering if this will change.

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Blurred Vision After Second Lasik?

My sister did lasik eye surgery second time after 10 years for her left eye as she was having blurred vision (distant no.) However, after the second...

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Recovery After LASIK Eye Surgery?

How many days does it take to recover from LASIK eye surgery? Can you have it on a Friday and go back to work on Monday?

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How Soon Can I Go Running After Lasik Eye Surgery?

I'm an avid runner, and I'm supposed to have my Lasik procedure in about a week. I'm wondering how soon after the procedure I'll be...

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Lasik for Astigmatism?

Can Lasik fix astigmatism and make vision better in general?

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Correcting Astigmatism with Intralase with Lasik?

I am going to be getting the Intralase with wave-guided Lasik with the Visx Star4 laser. The astigmatism is at a cylinder 3.75 and 2.75 in the other...

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With a Prescription of -10.5, Am I a Candidate for Lasik?

I keep hearing two different opinions: one that it's OK and people with higher prescriptions had Lasik done and have perfect vision now, and the other...

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Can Lasik Cause Eyelids to Sag?

I had nice deep eyelids and had Lasik and now the skin hangs down to my eyelash.  What could have happened during Lasik to cause this?

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Taking Contacts out 24 Hours Before Lasik Surgery, Too Soon?

I had an evaluation to see if I am a Lasik candidate yesterday. They instructed me to take my contacts out for 24 hours before the appointment. They...

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What is the Range of Lasik for Vision Correction?

As far as I know, I can't get LASIK because my prescription is a +5.50 which exceeds the range.  that true?

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What's the Catch with Lasik for $599/eye?

Obviously the bargain Lasik deals are a scam somehow... what's the truth? How can they afford to offer LASIK at those prices? I heard once that they...

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Are TLC Lasik Doctors the Best for Laser Eye Surgery?

I am looking for a laser eye surgeon to do Bladeless LASIK. Is TLC the best lasik clinic. TLC has really attractive financing avail, so would be...

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Blurry Vision After Lasik

I had lasik surgery on both eyes on Friday, Feb 11, 2011. The Dr said that everything is healing as planned. My vision is blurry for near and alittle...

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One Eye Blurry 6 Months After Lasik

I had lasik surgery 6 months ago and have since seen clearly out of only one eye. The vision in my left eye is slightly blurred (enough to annoy me)....

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How to Treat Red Spots After Lasik

I had Lasik a week ago. More than half of one eye and one fourth of the other is covered in deep redness. The doctor said this is a side effect of the...

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Best Lasik Technique to Minimize Side Effects?

I read that lasik side effect can incl night vision reduction and halos. Obvuisly want to avoid these. whats the best lasik technique, newest...

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Makeup After Lasik

How soon after Lasik surgery can I safely wear eye makeup, apply face lotion, and wash my face?

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Does LASIK Cause Night Vision to Change?

I'm almost convinced that I should go through with LASIK but I'm quite concerned about changes to my night vision, ie halos - how often does this side...

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How Long Does Dry Eye Last After Lasik?

Did you have dry eye after LASIK? If so, how long did it last?

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Lasik for -0.5D Power to Get 6/6 Vision?

Dear sir,i have to join my training soon as i have qualified as a cadet in merchant navy. i have been given time for eye correction surgery by my...

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Dry Eye Causing Light Sensitivity After Lasik?

Had custom lasik 4 wks ago and am experiencing terrible dry eye, light sensitivity, and daytime glare. Is dry eye causing this? The light sensitivity...

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Ghosting After Wavefront Lasek

I had wavefront LASEK on one eye, two months ago using Wavelight Allegretto . Since then my vision has become sharp except for residual ghosting. The...

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Can I Stil Get Lasik if I've Abused Contact Lens Wear in the Past?

I admit that I am a contact lens abuser. For many years I have slept in them and my doctor has told me my eyes have been deprived of oxygen and I now...

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Lasik Eye Surgery While Breastfeeding

I am a breastfeeding mom who considers lasik eye surgery. I know that vision can change during pregnancy, but does the same apply to breastfeeding? Is...

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"No Touch" Alternative to Lasik?

There is a posting on realself about someone getting "no touch" laser eye surgery. they said its different from lasic in that the eye isnt...

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IFS Intralase Vs. Lasik - Will IFS Reduce Risk of Complications?

A eye clinic near me is promoting iFS intralase for vision correction. their ads say iFS is safer and faster than Lasik because its the latest...

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Lasik with Corneal Scar?

I have a corneal scar on my right eye due to a pseudomonas ulcer I had a month ago. I've told it is deep but is not close to the center of cornea...

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Blurry and Fluctuating Vision One Week After Lasik

I had my Lasik performed on July 2 and and it is now July 12. I constantly have flucuateing vision and its really hazy in dim light and I cant drive...

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When Is It Ok to Rub Eyes After Lasik?

It's only been 2 weeks since LASIK. I have been so careful but last night, I rubbed my right eye while I was half asleep. I woke up straight away...

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Northern NJ Lasik Doctor Recommendation

I went to the Lasik ctr in paramus nj. they quoted me a price of 4,500.00 as my eyes are -3.75 and -3.50 they told me it goes by eye weakness and...

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Starbursting 1 Month After Lasik

I had lasik done one month ago and still having starbursting. How long will it take to clear up? And what could be causing it?

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Is Lasik Surgery a Good Investment?

I was comparing costs of contacts, glasses and LASIK. In my situation the bifocals and frames with coated lenses are quite expensive. I understand...

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Is Bladeless Lasik the "Gold Standard"?

I was googling Bladeless LASIK and found information saying the incidence of dry eye complications from Lasik may be reduced with Bladeless LASIK. Can...

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Will I Need Reading Glasses After Lasik?

Is there anything that can be done before or during Lasik to prevent the need for reading glasses?

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Fuzzy Night Vision After Lasik

I had lasik 2 weeks ago today and my night vision still hasnt seem to return. When I get in dim light things kinda get fuzzy. What could be the cause...

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Can You Have Regular Lasik and then Change to Mono Vision Lasik?

Can You Have Regular Lasik and then Change to Mono Vision Lasik?

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What effect does wearing a contact have on your cornea before Lasek?

Hi I'm 25 years old and I have been wearing soft contact lenses for about 5 years.I want to know that does it effect on cornea diameter and...

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Age Limit for Lasik?

I am a 54 year old male. is lasik advisable for someone my age

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Very Large Pupils and Lasik Surgery

What do most lasik surgeons consider very large pupils? I've read the pupil dilates naturally at night from 5-8 mm. Can it get bigger than that?...

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Lasik and Menopause

1'm 46, menopausal, have had 30 yrs of contacts, have thick corneas (-7,-8) While I'm scheduled for surgery soon, I'm afraid. Will I have...

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Blurry Vision after Epi-Lasek

I had Epi-Lasek about 10 weeks ago. The doctor says I have roughly 20/20 vision in both eyes. However long distance viewing is blurry and not...

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Lasik in a Scarred Eye?

I was diagnosed with keratitis a couple of months ago that has since cleared up, but left a small scar on my right eye. I've read mixed opinions...

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Problems, Risks, Drawbacks of Lasik Eye Surgery

Sir I am 22 years old and I have been wearing contact lense for last six years. I have heard about some serious drawbacks of lasik such as flap never...

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Night Vision After Lasik

When does the night vision clear up after lasik. I had mine done by the Allegretto Wavelight Eye - Q. So far 7 weeks and bad night vision. I still...

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Does Having Lasik Make Your Pupils Dilate More Than They Did Pre-op?

For some reason ever since I had lasik my eyes seem to get bigger than they were before lasik. I've read in articles that having unequal eye...

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Lasik Enhancement

Can an enhancement be done just to correct haloing and starbursting? What is the chance that with an enhancement that it would go away? Supposedly I...

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