Corneal Swelling After Lasik- 224 Questions Answered

What is the minimum saftest corneal volume/thickness, needs to remain on eye after LASIK procedure?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 329 Views v

Dr. Vaibhev MittalOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Sangrur

Hello Though residual stromal bed of 250 micron must be there but its better to have 300 micron. This value excludes flap thickness ... Read More

Hi, My corneal thickness is 544microns and my eye sight is -10. My doctor suggested that I can get Femto Lasik surgery done. My concerns are: 1) Can I go ahead for Femto Lasik considering my high power and corneal thickness? 2) What will be the residual corneal thickness that will remain after undergoing Lasik and is it ok? 3) Any other complicat

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 274 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

Femto will be ok.No major side effects. ... Read More

Dear Experts I recently underwent INTACS + C3R procedure for treatment of post lasik ectasia in my eyes. i want to know after how long can i expect some improvement in vision.

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Dr. Dileep Kumar ChennamshettiOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Max 6 months ... Read More

I have had LASIK two years back. My power was -6.5 D. What would be my corneal thickness now roughly. Does the corneal thickness after LASIK increase as the eyes heal?

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Dr. Arjun Kumar SinghOphthalmologist | Patna

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Corneal thickness doesn't increase after lasik surgery , thickness left after lasik surgery remains through out life ... Read More

I had lasik 2.5 months ago, now i have blurry, dull and problem in focusing in right eye are these symptoms of corneal haze how to treat the problem?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 227 Views v

Dr. Sirisha MekaOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Visakhapatnam

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Please do consult your surgeon The reasons may be many Mostly correctable So please get an eye check scheduled ... Read More

My corneal thickness is 450. Doctor advices that I cannot go for lasik. Is there any other safe route to cure this and get my glasses removed? My lens power is 2.5 and 2.75 and I have cylindrical in one eye with power 3

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Dr. Vidhan C DoshiOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Mumbai

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Hie. Yes your cornea is not suited for refractive surgery. Just get your examination done for ICL surgery. Hope that can work for you ... Read More

Does corneal infection person eligible for the LASIK eye surgery who are all unelligible for LASIK surgery could u please explain and what is the cost for cornea mapping test

Asked for Male, 17 Years 91 Views v

Dr. V Raj YashwanthGeneral Physician | Tirupati

Minimal age >21yrs Corneal infections- not eligible Corneal mapping - around 1500-3000 ... Read More

I have just undergone the pentasacn and found that my corneal thickness is 489 mm. is it suitable for LASIK?

Asked for Male, 20 Years 143 Views v

Dr. Arjun Kumar SinghOphthalmologist | Patna

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LASIK is refractive surgery to correct myopia, hypermetropia & astigmatism, refractive surgery also include intraocular lend procedure. For LASIK your eyes must be healthy, if you have persi ... Read More

Power ,-8.75D including cyl power and corneal thickness 580 and k value 47.83 , docter said ok to go for lasik but what is that k value and am i good for lasik

Asked for Male, 22 Years 123 Views v

Dr. Seema BehlOphthalmologist | Mumbai

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Hi.. Mostly things are looking ok ..the thickness and map .you can do more detailed evaluation by advanced screening by Pentacam if needed . But mostly looks like to ahead for Lasik. ... Read More

I have high myopia 8.5 d with steep cornea k =47.93 and with corneal thickness 580 can i have lasik ,i am worried about steep cornea

Asked for Male, 22 Years 214 Views v

Dr. Sourav BoseOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Kolkata

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Hello, It is difficult for you to undergo Lasik at this corneal curvature. However, physically get in touch with an ophthalmologist for detailed evaluation ... Read More

I have high myopia (RE -10.50/-0.5165; LE -10.25/-0.510) with corneal thickness (RE - 597 & LE - 598). My Kmax is 45.3 in RE & 44.6 in LE. I am considering Contoura Vision for correction. Thickness post LASIK would be around 350 um, I want to ask if there are chances of developing post LASIK ectasia.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Vishwesh MalgiOphthalmologist | Mumbai

In ur case, I would personally prefer an ICL. Wouldn't go for any laser correction ... Read More

My glasses number right eye -4 Left eye -5.. I want to do lasik surgery. Is it possible. I want to ask

Asked for Male, 29 Years 207 Views v

Dr. Gaurav GargOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

Yes ... Read More

Hi my cornea thickness is 534 .. and eye number is 5.50 spherical and 1.5 cylindrical Should I get Lasik so that i don't get any cornea related complications Please guide genuinely assuming I'm ur brother or son

Asked for Male, 25 Years 137 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

Yes.After evaluation of all parameters, you can undergo lasik. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Recurrent corneal abrasion....Facing this issue from last 6 months.. Any permanent solution to this ? Kindly suggest. Thanks

Asked for Female, 31 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Miss Hema Mansukhlal MerOphthalmologist | Mumbai

Seek cornea specialist opinion. I do practice for the same. Seek consultation. ... Read More

I got specs 10 month ago . In my left eye number is -4.5 and in right eye it's -1.5 . Can I do LASIK

Asked for Male, 21 Years 113 Views v

Dr. SK KhannaOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

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Yes you can go for lasik when your last number is stable atleast for 9 months. ... Read More

Im 22F, have myopia in both eyes. Power -12 D in both eyes, cyl -1.00 D, both eyes, 6/6 vision. No other problem. Should I go for Lasik? If so, what is the recovery period and what are the side effects?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Azher LodhiOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Aurangabad

Your number is quite high for Lasik. Consult with cornea refractive surgeon. ICL look better option if everything normal ... Read More

My son, who is 16-year-old has corneal astigmatism. Please can anyone suggest treatment. Any home remedy. What are the main causes of corneal astigmatism.

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Dr. Mohammad SaquibOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Aligarh

Do Pentacam corneal Topography.. Refractive glass or RGP contact lens will work ... Read More

I am having -6 power on both my eyes. So I wanted to know the best hospital and best lasik treatment for my eye with fee details.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 222 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

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It all depends upon the precautions lasik work out.if you are fit, depending on the thickness of cornea,they will decide the procedure.cost also depends upon the procedure.Lv Prasad eye institute, wil ... Read More

My central corneal thickness of left eye is 491 and right eye is 488 microns. Power in left eye is -5 spherical and -1.5 cylindrical, axis 180 and power in right eye is -5.75 and cylindrical -0.75, axis 05. Does this fall under lasik eligibility requirements? Or are there any other equivalent treatments better suited for my eyes? I was recommended

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 181 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

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The lasik surgeon will decide,upon the pre evaluation before lasik surgery. Pl consult the surgeon. ... Read More

I got my self checked last August for sight and again got checked for April and their change in sight so can I go for lasik or have to wait

Asked for Male, 23 Years 59 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

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You can undergo,provided corneal thickness,and other parameters are ok. ... Read More

Hello, I was adviced for femto Lasik as I am having enough corneal thickness for high myopia. In my final refraction checkup they said there is an increase of -0.5 Sph in right eye and and -0.5 Sph decrease in left eye . But since this is a small change they told not to worry and its subjective .I have small ghosting in my right eye. I am just scar

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Asked for Male, 32 Years 142 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

They will do complete check up before lasik surgery. Small variations of -0.50 is common. Do not worry. Pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I had done femto lasik 4 months ago.. i feel pain in my eyebrows whenever i see computer screen or phone or even while reading..sometimes the area surrounding my eyebrows get swollen..what should i do to reduce swelling and reduce pain in my eyebrows

Asked for Female, 24 Years 156 Views v

Dr. Sarayu Gayathri ROphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Tiruvannamalai

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Visit your doctor! ... Read More

Had q-lasik 2.5 months ago/ right eye vision(after lasik)- blurry, dull, problem in focusing, glare at all time, sensation of something in the eye, remaining refractive error 0.25110 cyl.(before- -3.75/0.7510) How to treat the problem? Can strong antibiotics help or do i need another surgery?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Saba KausarOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Hi, It's a very small residual refractive error. Nothing needs to be done. You can use eye drop systane ultra 2-3 times a day for 1 month foreign body sensation in the eye. ... Read More

Doctor, i have done a pentacam test on 7 september, 2021. Reports are attachted. Report says that I have an increased corneal steeping in right eye (47.4 D). My corneal thickness is 556 Micron in this eye. Left eye is normal in range (both keratometry and corneal thickness). So: 1) why my cornea is steeper than normal? 2)Do i have Keratoconus? 3)W

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Dr. Balakrishna BalakaOphthalmologist | Visakhapatnam

Yes BE Keratoconus. But good thickness. Observation for 6months.if there is changing in cylinder power after 6months then think of c3r. But (age and gender not provided) in this question. ... Read More

Doctor, I had Trans EPi LASIK performed on both my eyes sometime in July,2016. I had a remarkable result and was able to see clearly. I must inform though that the risks were not explained and I was hurriedly asked to sign the consent form. Over the years though my vision has deteriorated again and I do not wish to take another procedure as I have

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Asked for Male, 27 Years 124 Views v

Dr. Sourav BoseOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Kolkata

Hello, Dry eye following Lasik or Lasik like procedures may be treated with Sodium Hyaluronate drops like Resync, Maxmoist, Soha, Trehalube, etc. ... Read More

Sir/madam is smoking & drinking allowed during corneal ulcer medication . I am giving my anti-bacterial-fungal-viral drops regularly with out any laps. I do smoke 1 - 2 cigarettes. & Drinking roughly 100 ml

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Dr. Anshu AroraOphthalmologist | Noida

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No contraindications as such. ... Read More

Doctor, I'm 14 Years Old. I Have No KC Till Now. I Want To Serially Do Corneal Topography To Rule Out If I Develop Keratoconus in Future. Now, 1) How often should I do a corneal topography? 2) And till which age I Should Continue The Serial Corneal Topography Test? Please Let Me Know The Two Questions Answer, Doctor.

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Dr. Himanshu GoyalOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Karnal

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1. Yearly 2. Atleast till age of 18 years ... Read More

Doctor, I'm Suspecting That I Have Keratoconus. So, If I Do A Corneal Topography Now, Will The Topography Must Be Able To Diagnose If I Have Even Early Keratoconus? Please Suggest Me.

Asked for Male, 14 Years 66 Views v

Dr. Akash KumarOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Mumbai

Yes.. It help in early diagnosis ... Read More

Hello sir, Corneal ulcer heal hone k bad contact lense use kr sakte h kya..aur mere left eye me corneal ulcer se white dot reh gya h wo kaise jaega aur kab tak..ja sakta he

Asked for Female, 27 Years 116 Views v

Dr. Priyanka RaneOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Navi Mumbai

Only after corneal ulcer heals completely and after ophthalmologist consultation start using contact lens. White spot remains even after the healing process it will not go. ... Read More

Doctor, Is Eye Pain And Eye Redness Must in Corneal Abrasion? Please Let Me Know The Truth Answer, Doctor.

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Dr. Somya IshOphthalmologist | Delhi

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Corneal abrasion is like a scratch on the skin. The outermost layer i.e the epithelium of cornea gets scratched, so redness and pain of varying intensity can occur. ... Read More

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Corneal swelling after lasik

What is the minimum saftest corneal volume/thickness, needs to remain on eye after LASIK procedure?

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Dear Experts I recently underwent INTACS + C3R procedure for treatment of post lasik ectasia in my eyes. i want to know after how long can i expect some improvement in vision.

I have had LASIK two years back. My power was -6.5 D. What would be my corneal thickness now roughly. Does the corneal thickness after LASIK increase as the eyes heal?

I had lasik 2.5 months ago, now i have blurry, dull and problem in focusing in right eye are these symptoms of corneal haze how to treat the problem?

My corneal thickness is 450. Doctor advices that I cannot go for lasik. Is there any other safe route to cure this and get my glasses removed? My lens power is 2.5 and 2.75 and I have cylindrical in one eye with power 3

Does corneal infection person eligible for the LASIK eye surgery who are all unelligible for LASIK surgery could u please explain and what is the cost for cornea mapping test

I have just undergone the pentasacn and found that my corneal thickness is 489 mm. is it suitable for LASIK?

Power ,-8.75D including cyl power and corneal thickness 580 and k value 47.83 , docter said ok to go for lasik but what is that k value and am i good for lasik

I have high myopia 8.5 d with steep cornea k =47.93 and with corneal thickness 580 can i have lasik ,i am worried about steep cornea

My glasses number right eye -4 Left eye -5.. I want to do lasik surgery. Is it possible. I want to ask

Hi my cornea thickness is 534 .. and eye number is 5.50 spherical and 1.5 cylindrical Should I get Lasik so that i don't get any cornea related complications Please guide genuinely assuming I'm ur brother or son

Recurrent corneal abrasion....Facing this issue from last 6 months.. Any permanent solution to this ? Kindly suggest. Thanks

I got specs 10 month ago . In my left eye number is -4.5 and in right eye it's -1.5 . Can I do LASIK

Im 22F, have myopia in both eyes. Power -12 D in both eyes, cyl -1.00 D, both eyes, 6/6 vision. No other problem. Should I go for Lasik? If so, what is the recovery period and what are the side effects?

My son, who is 16-year-old has corneal astigmatism. Please can anyone suggest treatment. Any home remedy. What are the main causes of corneal astigmatism.

I am having -6 power on both my eyes. So I wanted to know the best hospital and best lasik treatment for my eye with fee details.

I got my self checked last August for sight and again got checked for April and their change in sight so can I go for lasik or have to wait

I had done femto lasik 4 months ago.. i feel pain in my eyebrows whenever i see computer screen or phone or even while reading..sometimes the area surrounding my eyebrows get swollen..what should i do to reduce swelling and reduce pain in my eyebrows

Had q-lasik 2.5 months ago/ right eye vision(after lasik)- blurry, dull, problem in focusing, glare at all time, sensation of something in the eye, remaining refractive error 0.25110 cyl.(before- -3.75/0.7510) How to treat the problem? Can strong antibiotics help or do i need another surgery?

Sir/madam is smoking & drinking allowed during corneal ulcer medication . I am giving my anti-bacterial-fungal-viral drops regularly with out any laps. I do smoke 1 - 2 cigarettes. & Drinking roughly 100 ml

Doctor, I'm Suspecting That I Have Keratoconus. So, If I Do A Corneal Topography Now, Will The Topography Must Be Able To Diagnose If I Have Even Early Keratoconus? Please Suggest Me.

Hello sir, Corneal ulcer heal hone k bad contact lense use kr sakte h kya..aur mere left eye me corneal ulcer se white dot reh gya h wo kaise jaega aur kab tak..ja sakta he

Doctor, Is Eye Pain And Eye Redness Must in Corneal Abrasion? Please Let Me Know The Truth Answer, Doctor.

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