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I accidentally rubbed my eye on my 4th day after LASIK. Is there any way I can tell it I moved the flap?

keltea7Aug 12, 2018
I rubbed my eyes while I was still mostly asleep and now my vision is still clear but I feel slight pressure in the eye. I can't go into the doctor because they are closed until Monday. Is there anyway that I can know if I should be worried and how long do I have to get it fixed if I did mess it up?

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Dr. Jay Bansal, MD
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Answered on Aug 20, 2018
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Dr. Ahad Mahootchi, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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