If eye shields are to be worn for approximately 1 week after LASIK in order to protect from rubbing of the eyes, why do directions say no rubbing eyes for at least 4 weeks? What happens if someone accidentally rubs their eyes in the middle of sleeping say on day 10, or even 21? Shouldn't the shields be worn for the full 4 weeks?
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There is no way you can get LASIK for that high an Rx, you would run out of tissue and it wouldn't be safe
i agree w dr kameen that most surgeons would recommend an ICL for Rxs higher than -10
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