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Lasik eye surgery doubt.

2022-02-19 21:56:49
My eye power has been -9 for 3 years, I'm 21 years old. Someone told me that you can only get Lasik done if your power is below -8.. So according to this, I'm not eligible for lasik right? Please someone help
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Your corneal thickness needs to be evaluated with a topography scan but a procedure called implantable Collamer lens or ICL will be an ideal procedure for you ….you can consult the ophthalmologist and avail this.

Answered2022-02-20 03:41:15

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In lasik, more the power, more cornea had to be removed. At your power, the cornea to be removed will be too much and not safe. So LASIK is not preferred.

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You should get in touch with some good eye centre where lasik is done. If thickness of cornea is good, lasik can be done for any power.

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It all depends upon the corneal thicknesses and other tests.pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2022-03-09 09:12:05

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