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Prk dry eyes
I have undergone prk surgery 4 months ago.I am still using lubricant and gel drops.My eyes are very dry when wakeup in the morning.How long can I use this drops and it is safe to use in long term.After prk surgery dry eyes are permanent.
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After prk dryness is a common side effect ... N especially now during summer season you will feel it all the more ... Continue using the drops for 2-3 months more, n use gel minimum twice ...
Also there is no side effect of using lubricants, do pls don't worry bout it...
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continue using lubricants during day and gel b4 going to sleep at night.dryness will be there for few more months. will reduce over time. use lubricants as required.
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Dryness after prk is quite common
Please continue the lubricant,
If you are a regular computer user then regularly.
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Dr. Anshuman Vaish
Ophthalmologist
18 yrs exp
Delhi
Go through thos article of mine to clear your doubts.
Facts Fixer - Lasik" by Dr. Anshuman Vaish - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/facts-fixer-lasik-27195/post
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