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

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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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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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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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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?

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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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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

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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?

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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

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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

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Hi, since you are still 22, we need to rule out a condition called keratoconus. If you have this issue, then it has to be treated first. ...  Read More

I have high myopia (RE -10.50/-0.5*165; LE -10.25/-0.5*10) 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.

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

Dear Concern, Please suggest me best corneal Transplantation treating hospitals at Ahmedabad for 2 year baby boy. Basic details- Previously diagnosis with High IOP, which is now on control by Surgerical procedure now Doctor suggests that go for corneal Transplantation due to hazziness of cornea.

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Consult a cornea specialist locally for best information. ...  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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Many fitness tests are required prior to deciding whether you're fit for LASIK. KINDLY GET AN ONLINE CONSULTATION TO ADDRESS ALL YOUR CONCERNS ...  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

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Hi! Your corneal thickness is fine. Get all the pre-lasik assessment done. ...  Read More

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

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Please consult local cornea specialist ...  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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Corneal topography ( Pentacam) and retinal evaluation will be required for understanding your fitness for LASIK. Kindly get those investigations done for the final decision ...  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?

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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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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.

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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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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

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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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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

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Kindly visit the doctor who did the LASIK. Checkup is necessary ...  Read More

Hello I have HOA only in my right eye with 6/p vision. Green and blue letters in low light looks very blurry as compared to red (digital letters) .Not sure if this is normal or only for me. i have -10 and -1.25 cyl power. Can this be fixed along with Lasik or ICL?. Thanks

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First get your glass power checked by a expert and get a dilated retinoscopy ,depending of the test you can decide for ICL or lasik . ...  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 0.25*110 cyl.(before- -3.75/0.75*10) How to treat the problem? Can strong antibiotics help or do i need another surgery?

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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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Hi, To answer your questions: 1) some people have steep, some normal where as others have flat cornea. There is no reasoning for it. It's god given. 2) looking at these reports, no. 3) please me ...  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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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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No contraindications as such. ...  Read More

Doctor, I'm 14 Years Old. My Gender is Male And My Nationality is Bengali (Bangladeshi). 1) In This Situation, What Should be My Normal Corneal Thickness? 2)And In How Much Corneal Thickness is Required in My Case To Confirm That If I Have KC Or Not? Please Answer This Two Question, Doctor.

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Get your corneal thickness done..will tell you then.. And for confirmation of keratoconus you need to get your corneal topography/ pentacam done ...  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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1. Yearly 2. Atleast till age of 18 years ...  Read More

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