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Unclear near vision 18 days after PRK laser eye surgery - Is this normal?

prk111111Apr 30, 2019
My vision at computer screen distance is very unclear (blurry and double vision) 18 days after my PRK surgery. Started about 8-9 days after the surgery and has been unchanged since then. My distance vision is seems to be ok. I work at a computer all day and have not been able to return to work because of this. Called my doctors office but they told me to wait it out until my next follow up appointment. My prescription before PRK was -3.00 in both eyes and I am 27 years old. Is this normal?

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Dr. William Wiley, MD
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Answered on Nov 11, 2021
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Jay Bansal, MD

It can take up to 6 months for the eyes to fully heal from PRK and not everyone heals at the same rate. Please see your surgeon for regular follow up to ensure that you are not developing any scarring, or haze. Continue wearing sunglasses, taking VitaC, and using lubricating eye drops. 

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Samuel Baharestani, MD, FACS

Thank you for sharing your case with the Realself community.  Your vision will continue to improve over the next few days.  Make sure that your surgeon is aware of your condition.  Good luck!

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