I had laser resurfacing one month ago. I've been having problems with my Vision for 3 weeks now. On the 6th day post procedure I woke up with what seemed like pink eye. I was given drops and my eyes got worse. I went to opthamologist and he states my eyes look as it someone has taken sand paper to both eyes. The office who did my procedure said it wasn't caused by them. Has anyone else had this problem? If so, how long before your eyesight was back? How was it treated?
June 15, 2015
Answer: If eyes are not protected properly during laser resurfacing, they can be burned Depending on the wavelength used during the resurfacing, your eyes are at risk for damage. Fortunately, most lasers used for this are attracted to only water and will cause a burn to the surface of the eye, which should recover. They usually aren't attracted to the pigment of the iris or retina, which could cause permanent visual loss. I think that this is related to the surgery and stick with the Ophthalmologist until this heals up. Care eye protection is essential during this procedure and should have been done.
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June 15, 2015
Answer: If eyes are not protected properly during laser resurfacing, they can be burned Depending on the wavelength used during the resurfacing, your eyes are at risk for damage. Fortunately, most lasers used for this are attracted to only water and will cause a burn to the surface of the eye, which should recover. They usually aren't attracted to the pigment of the iris or retina, which could cause permanent visual loss. I think that this is related to the surgery and stick with the Ophthalmologist until this heals up. Care eye protection is essential during this procedure and should have been done.
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June 17, 2015
Answer: Blurry vision after laser resurfacing Hi. There are several reasons you may have blurry vision after laser resurfacing. What it sounds like you may have, is dry eye (it can look like the "sandpaper" appearance your ophthalmologist described). This may have nothing to do with your treatment, as you may be predisposed to dry eye for a variety of different reasons. However, it can happen if the laser tightens the eyelids to the point that blinking and/or closing are impaired. It can also occur if there is a resulting eyelid malposition such as an ectropion (eyelid turning out). Dry eye can also occasionally occur during the treatment itself if eyes are not covered or lubricated. Another less common reason, is toxic injury to the cornea if the topical anesthetic designed for the skin gets on the surface of the eye and is not quickly washed away. The good news is that dry eye after laser resurfacing will usually resolve with conservative measures such as lubricating eye drops and gels and time. Tear duct plugs (usually the temporary type) can also help. The eyelids will usually loosen up over time. If time passes and the eyelids are not closing or if an ectropion is present, then I would follow up with your treating physician for management. A consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon would likely help as well. Hope this helps. Best regards. Ira Vidor, M.D.
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June 17, 2015
Answer: Blurry vision after laser resurfacing Hi. There are several reasons you may have blurry vision after laser resurfacing. What it sounds like you may have, is dry eye (it can look like the "sandpaper" appearance your ophthalmologist described). This may have nothing to do with your treatment, as you may be predisposed to dry eye for a variety of different reasons. However, it can happen if the laser tightens the eyelids to the point that blinking and/or closing are impaired. It can also occur if there is a resulting eyelid malposition such as an ectropion (eyelid turning out). Dry eye can also occasionally occur during the treatment itself if eyes are not covered or lubricated. Another less common reason, is toxic injury to the cornea if the topical anesthetic designed for the skin gets on the surface of the eye and is not quickly washed away. The good news is that dry eye after laser resurfacing will usually resolve with conservative measures such as lubricating eye drops and gels and time. Tear duct plugs (usually the temporary type) can also help. The eyelids will usually loosen up over time. If time passes and the eyelids are not closing or if an ectropion is present, then I would follow up with your treating physician for management. A consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon would likely help as well. Hope this helps. Best regards. Ira Vidor, M.D.
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