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High myopia

2021-10-03 07:57:47
I'm high myopic.-20 D is my glass power... I also have snail track degeneration...can i go through any refractive eye surgery? Do -20 D proscription have any complications for refractive eye surgeries??
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U can go for refractive surgery. No issues

Answered2021-10-06 14:30:08

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Hi.. Snail track degeneration  is not contraindications for Refractive surgery. Anyway Lasik will not be suitable for you. You will hv to consider ICL. Please discuss with your Ophthal.

Answered2021-10-03 13:51:05

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Hi, Not possible to comment anything without further testing.  Please consult local ophthalmologist for further evaluation.

Answered2021-10-03 11:03:20

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