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 time surgery, her vision has become more blurred compared to earlier and after two weeks also she has not got a sharp vision.Her doctor says to wait for a month. We are really worried. Can you please guide us and tell what could be the reason and what can be done now for her blurred vision?
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August 22, 2009
Answer: Late LASIK enhancements have increased risks
Mild blurred or fluctuating vision in one eye is not at all rare in the first few weeks following Laser Vision Correction(LVC). In my Maryland office we see post op LASIK and PRK patients on day one and then 2-3 weeks and 8 weeks postoperatively, so we have ample time to hear about this and...
Try not to select a surgeon based on price. These are your eyes. The best surgeons are not always the most expensive ones, though in general, experienced surgeons do tend to charge more than inexperienced, or "hired-gun" surgeons who work for a large corporate center.
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Many people spread the rumor that you must be 18 or 21 or sometimes even 24 to have laser eye surgery. Many surgeons even put forth age requirements in their practice. In reality, the only critical factor is stable vision. If you visit your optometrist annually, take note of how often your...