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Spects for keratoconus

2017-08-08 16:19:58
Hi, I will be undergoing C3R surgery as suggested by my doctor since there is keratoconus in both eyes. Post the surgery can spects be used instead of hard lenses to correct vision? Or is it advisable to use hard lenses only?
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Well it depends on your topography after stabilization of corneal topography which usually takes 3months. This question could have been better answered if more details would have been given

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