45 yr-old had Lasik monovision 1.5 year ago. Left eye was left -1.25 on purpose. Dominant right eye was undercorrected by -0.50 and -0.25 astigmatism. Distance vision is a bit weak. However I also noticed closeup vision reduction when trying contact to fully correct right eye. My dr can do PRK enhancement on right eye (not lasik). I'd like a second opinion: 1. Is it worthwhile to get PRK to fully correct my right eye? 2. Would it be possible to get PRK only correct half prescription of right eye eg. 0.3?
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If you got LASIK, when the flap is cut, that will cut your blood vessels (they are arteries supplying your cornea with oxygen since you are starving it with contact wear) and they will bleed, and the blood can block the laser, causing a not-perfect treatment (i know bc i did about 5,000...
I agree w the other eye MD who answered your ?
most likely Dx is irregular cornea, you need a corneal topography, and i would strongly suggest a 2nd opinion by a cornea-refractive subspecialist who completed that type of fellowship if you are over in 1 eye and under in the other
Sorry to hear that the glare is affecting you so much. Glare and halos are not uncommon during the first few months of recovery. However uncorrected astigmatism and dryness can exacerbate the symptoms. I recommend returning to your surgeon or seeing another doctor to ensure proper healing. Until...
