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Is it safe to get LASIK 3 months before becoming pregnant?

shraddhacMay 20, 2014
I want to conceive after 3 months and at the same time i want to get lasik surgery now. My power is - 3.75 in both the eyes. I want to know whether it is safe to get eye lasik before pregnancy?

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Dr. Michael K. Tracy, MD
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Answered on Jun 4, 2014
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Dr. Joseph Dello Russo, MD
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Answered on May 21, 2014
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