Corneal Swelling After Lasik- 217 Questions Answered

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

Asked for Female, 25 Years 327 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 273 Views v

Dr. Jayanthi JOphthalmologist | Tiruvannamalai

Femto second Lasik ablates only d thinnest layer ..so don't worry about residual thickness.. no troubling complications expected for this ... 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 220 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

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 90 Views v

Dr. V Raj YashwanthGeneral Physician | Tirupati

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

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 138 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 122 Views v

Dr. Prateek KakkarOphthalmologist | Delhi

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Steep K value. Avoid any procedure on your eye until necessary. Get evaluated by a cornea expert for detailed opinion in a clinic. ... 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

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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 100 Views v

Dr. Manoj Rai MehtaOphthalmologist | Faridabad

My preferred treatment would be implantable phakic IOL in this case. ICL/IPCL ... Read More

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

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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 129 Views v

Dr. Ravi ChandnaOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bhopal

534 is sufficient. You can definitely get LASIK done without any complications! ... 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 85 Views v

Dr. Yamini SinghalOphthalmologist | Jaipur

Consult a cornea specialist for proper evaluation ... 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

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Dr. Yamini SinghalOphthalmologist | Jaipur

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Better to wait for few more months. Spectacle power should be constant for at least 1 to 1.5 year before undergoing lasik. Since you got spectacles only 1.5 years back...better to wait ... 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 219 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 175 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 56 Views v

Dr. Himanshu GoyalOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Karnal

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Ur power is stable..however few tests are done before lasik to ascertain if your eyes are safe for lasik or not ... 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 141 Views v

Dr. Swati AgarwalOphthalmologist | Kolkata

At age 32, If your power is stable over the last few years , then this minor fluctuation shouldn’t matter ... 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 154 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 85 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

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.

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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 115 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.

Asked for Male, 14 Years 118 Views v

Dr. Tripti ChoudharyOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Dehradun

Yes ... Read More

I am 22 and -3 myopia in both eyes can u suggest me which hospital better for lasik in Odisha I can go for..

Asked for Female, 22 Years 89 Views v

Dr. Vaibhev MittalOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Sangrur

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Hello. You can consult at LV prasad eye Institute, patia, Bhubaneswar ... Read More

I had very small corneal scar does it can be fade away by eye drops please explain Please how to remove it without surgery

Asked for Male, 17 Years 141 Views v

Dr. Urvi PrajapatiOphthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Gandhinagar

Can you share a picture of your eye? That would help me to advise you. ... Read More

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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?

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

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

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.

I am 22 and -3 myopia in both eyes can u suggest me which hospital better for lasik in Odisha I can go for..

I had very small corneal scar does it can be fade away by eye drops please explain Please how to remove it without surgery

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