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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Concern with Daytime Glare 6 Weeks Post IntraLasik

Pre-op I was -3.75 Left -3.5 Right. One week after had 20/15L and 20/20R. 6 weeks out I am still experiencing Daytime Glare. Even in very good...

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Can LASIK correct a 5.0 diopter astigmatism?

What are the limits of LASIK eye surgery concerning the correction of astigmatism? 

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11 Days Post Lasek with Ghosting in Right Eye

I had lasek 11 days ago and my distance vision is very good. However, when I read or look at a computer screen I have some ghosting in my right eye....

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Can I Have PRK After LASIK?

My LASIK surgery was not entirely successful in correcting my nearsightedness; how common is it to have PRK after LASIK?

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Allergy Drops After Lasik?

After having Lasik to correct astigmatism, when can I continue using prescription eye drops for dry eyes and allergies after Lasik?

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Could I Get Myopia Back 6 Years After C Lasik?

I had C lasik done in 2005, have vision issues again it seems. I have difficulty in reading distant things. Vision is Blur for a distance.Please...

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Alphagan P - My Only Option?

So the verdict is in. I went for my 3 month post op today and found out they measured my pupil at 6mm when it was really at 8mm. They said that within...

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Glare, Starbursts, Double Vision (Day and Night) @ 16 Months Post LASIK. DC Area.

Had LASIK 16mths ago and suffer from GASH & ghosting. Gets worse in low light but there's lots of glare during DAY (from headlights). Ghosting...

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Which is a Better Option for Correcting Astigmatism, PRK or LASIK?

Why does one work better?

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Given the chance of corneal haze after PRK, is it better to have Lasik?

And if I go with PRK rather than Lasik, what is the best treatment for the haze?

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Dose Cold Weather Affect Post Lasik Situation and Cause Red Eyes?

I had Lasik 4 weeks ago and my eyes are still kind of red.It is not red all the time but sometimes it is really red. It doesn’t hurt that much...

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Red lines in whites of eyes

Hi, I had LASIK 2days ago and in one eye I have a red circle all the way round the White of my eye, which looks like blood. The dr said this is normal...

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I StilI Have a Ghosting Image in my Left Eye After 2 Lasik Treatment Revisions

I stilI have a ghosting image in my left eye after lasik treatment, my doctor redo the treatment 2 times and now i still have the problem, i...

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Optical Zone for 8.5mm Pupil

I had lasik done in July 2010 and now I'm wearing mini scleral lenses to help correct the halos, starbursts and glare issues I'm having. My...

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Is Dizziness a Side Effect of Lasik Recovery?

After Lasik surgery, is dizziness expected? What are some suggestions for recovery in the days after surgery to get used to my new vision?

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Daytime Glare and Double Vision After Lasik

I had Lasik surgery March 3rd. My vision is now 20/20 in both eyes. Since surgery I have c/o glare and double vision in my R eye. My issues have...

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I Have Glares and Starbursts After Old Lasik Procedur, Is There a Way to Fix That?

All-laser Lasik is known to diminish the risk of nightime issues. I had a surgery using older methods (blade flap and laser without wavefront) and...

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I'm 2 Months Post Lasik. How Much Longer for Final Results?

I'm two months out from Lasik surgery. I had mono vision procedure. Still have problems focusing. How much longer do I need to wait for final results?

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Am I Less Likely to Have Dry Eyes After Having Prk or Lasik Surgery?

If this is a common side effect of both, which procedure has a faster recovery time?

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Double Vision 2.5 Months After Lasik

2.5 months after Lasik operation, I am still seeing double and blurry image. Worst at indoor and at night. Doctor told me that it is due to poorer...

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What % of Patients Get Starbursts from Lasik?

What are the chances of having glare starbursts after having lasik eye surgery?

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4 Weeks After LASIK and Still have Blurry Right Eye, Why is This?

I had lasik 4 weeks ago. At my 2-week follow I "scored" 20/20 and 20/35. My vision would occasionally fluctuate, but all in all I could see...

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I Had my Lasik Surgery 3 Weeks Ago. Sometimes my Eyes Becomes Very Red.Should I Be Worried?

I had my Lasik surgery 3 weeks ago... Sometimes my eyes goes really red... Yesterday I went to work ( I work with computer) and after work I realized...

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How Much Pain is Normal During Recovery from LASIK Surgery?

How long does this pain normally last? Would sunshine trigger the pain? What other things would cause pain while recovering?

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Not Able to Drive at Night After Lasik?

Its five days to my lasik .Near objects seems to be ok but farer are blurred I m not able to drive properly at night as lights expands in my eye.My...

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Will LASIK Reshaping of my Cornea Lessen my Risk for Cataracts?

Cataracts run in my family, and I was wondering if LASIK surgery lessens the risk I will develop cataracts at a later date. How likely is it I will...

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Long Term Effects of Thc Induced Vasodilation During Lasek Healing Period?

I have damaged my eye with smoking weed after surgery - this is what i have found on the internet "Vasodilation is a symptom from THC in the...

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Lasik and Mountain Climbing, Are there Any Risks with the Altitude?

I had Lasik over 12 years ago and am now planning on climbing Mt Elbrus, would it still have a bearing on the altitude after having had the op so long...

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How Long Does It Take for the Average Person to Recover from Seeing Ghosting Following Lasik Eye Surgery?

When should a patient be concerned that ghosting is occuring for too many days?

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Blurry Vision and Double Image After 2 Months Lasik Operation

I am into my 40s and had my Lasik operation 2 months ago. I am not able to read road sign clearly when I drive, worse when I am in basement carpark. I...

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How Long After my Lasik Eye Surgery Will my Eyes Be Recovered Enough for Driving?

What is the average recovery time?

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Chronic Dry Eyes After 1 Year Post-Op Epilasek. Do I Have Any Alternatives?

Epilasek op both eyes 1.5yrs ago -3.5, surgery smooth, perfect vision, except for dry eyes. Reason for epilasek was thin cornea. No dry eye...

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Lasik Enhancement: Still Seeing Starbursting off Lights

I had my lasik enhancement a week ago today. I'm still seeing the starbursting off lights at night and halos. What could still be causing this? My...

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LASIK Enhancement Surgery

Why would LASIK Enhancement Surgery be needed? Is there an additional cost?

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Unilateral LASEK - Why Did Operation on Second Eye Affect First Eye?

I had LASEK on my first eye abut 3 months ago, and then again on my second eye about a week ago. Since the operation on my second eye, my first eye...

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Is LASIK a Good Way to Correct Presbyopia?

What makes a good candidate for correcting presbyopia with LASIK?

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Will Pregnancy Change my Lasik Result?

Im 30 and have a consult for Lasik. My vision is -1.0 AND -2.25. if I get pregnant again (I have a 4 1/2 year old) is there a possibility it will ruin...

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Glare after LASIK

I had custom intralase lasik 9 months ago and am still experiencing terrible daytime and nighttime glare. What is causing this glare and can it be...

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See Blurry Vision After 2 Months Bladeless Lasik Operation

I am in my early 40s

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23 Days Post-Lasik - Vision Not Sharp Enough to Drive.

I saw the doc 3 days later post-op.he said recovery looks normal & good but i've never had any sharp vision (as wz my glasses before)since.i...

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I Had Lasik Surgery, Now I Have Graves Disease Are They Related?

I had dry eye before my lasik, now I think I may have graves disease? do you think this is related to the lasik surgery?

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Can a Doctor Tell if I Have Had LASEK Treatment

I had LASEK surgery on both eyes in 2008 would a doctor be able to tell if i had any surgery on my eyes now. My vision is still 20/20 now and i have...

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How Can Lasik Side Effects Like Droopiness and Dryness Be Fixed?

I am a 27 year old female. i had a lasik surgery done 4 years ago and i've been experiencing side effect from it ever since,such as: dry eyes...

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3D Laser Lasik Eye Surgery with a High Myopia and High Astigmatism, How Long does it Take to Heal?

My husband had 3D laser lasik eye surgery with a high myopia and high astigmatism. 2 days post op he is 20/50 OS and 20/80 OD. He didn't have a...

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Will There Be Any Activities That I Will Need to Avoid During my Lasik Eye Surgery Recovery?

Would swimming and cycling not be recommended for a few days/weeks?

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Help Reduce Halos After Lasik?

Are there scenarios where glare halos are more common for Lasik patients? Are they more common at night or daytime? What can be done to correct or...

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Does Cataract Surgery After Hyperopic LASIK Pose Risks to my Eyesight?

Is it safe to have cataract surgery after LASIK has reshaped my cornea? Are there other options?

Will Getting a Nose Job Ruin the PRK Eye Surgery I Had to Fix my Vision?

I had LASIK on my right eye and PRK on my left eye to correct my vision. I know that after rhinoplasty, there is swelling near the eyes and I am...

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If Dry Eyes Still Persist, What Could Have Happened During Lasik to Cause It?

Should I try a different kind of eye drop if my dry eyes are still a problem 4 months after Lasik? Are my eyes still healing, is that why they are...

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Can I Smoke Marijuana After Lasik Intralase Surgery?

Can I Smoke Marijuana After Lasik Intralase Surgery?

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Is It Possible To Have Revision Lasik to Address Reading Distance?

I had mono-vision lasik done about 10 years ago. My vision eye is still clear but my reading eye has gotten worse. Can I have the eye that was done...

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Inconsistent Vision and Night Vision Issues Post-LASIK, Is this Normal?

I had all laser LASIK 10 months ago and while much of the time I see 20/15 (was at my 6 month appt), my vision is inconsistent and eye dryness...

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Post Lasik Reduced Quality of Vision in One Eye and Perfect Vision in the Other?

I have had a lasik surgery 15 days ago, my left eye seems to be working as expected with very sharp vision.However my right eye is suffering a bit...

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I'm Two Weeks Post Lasik and Going on a Cruise, if I Go on Deck at Night Without Glasses Do I Need to Worry About my Flap?

I'm Two Weeks Post Lasik and Going on a Cruise, if I Go on Deck at Night Without Glasses Do I Need to Worry About my Flap?

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Ghosting 8 Years After Lasik, What Can I do?

Hi, I had lasik 8 years ago. I have always had problematic night vision and starbursts with all lights during the day but have coped with this. Now...

3 Weeks Post Lasik and Have Good Monovision, But Redness Seems To Be Getting Worse?

I am 3 weeks postoop lasik and have good monovision. I use lubricant but sometimes have gone 2-3 when real busy without. My vision is good but redness...

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Dry Eyes Cause Snow Vision?

I had Lasik about 2 mts ago. Since then I'm having some problems with dry eye and I'm on HYABAK using it every 2h. I've always noticed...

1 Month After Lasik, Both my Eyes with Myopoia (Short-sightness) Come Back by More 100+ Degree?

1 month after Lasik, both my eyes with myopoia (short-sightness) come back by 100+ degree adding to the target (my target for left eye is 125 and 0...

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