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I am having refractive error and having power of -3.5 in right eye and -1.5 error in left eye, I had done this eye check up in 2019. I did not wear specks as I have severe headache after wearing. Now I am having something like black thread which moves in front of my eyes . Pls guide thanks

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Could be floaters. Please consult local ophthalmologist for dilated eye examination ...  Read More

Can you suggest me the best thing for laser correction of my refractive error. What are different types and which is the best?

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Hello der you can go for lasik surgery consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

How we can confirm refractive error n how can be cured n any drop for removal of this

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If you have blurring of vision or feel problem in reading correctly on blackboard. Then it could be due to refractory errors. Please get your refraction done. ...  Read More

My eye refractive error increased to -7.25 from -7 in a span of ~6 months. My age is 21. I am worried about this increase. Is this normal increase??? And is this pathalogical myopia case ???

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This is not pathological myopia. A difference of quarter number can occur just by 2 different people taking measurements or by same person taking measurements at 2 different times. You can even think ...  Read More

Refractive error in left eye, the prescription is SPH +1.25 Cyl : -1.25 Vsion 6\6 p Axis 160

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U need to wear glasses. Follow ur doctors advice. ...  Read More

Refractive error in left eye, the prescription is SPH +1.25 Cyl : -1.25 Vsion 6\6 p Axis 160 is there any solution other than Spectactles

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U could consult a cornea specialist to see if u are eligible for laser surgery ...  Read More

Iam having axis 180 and cyl 0.75 for both eyes that mean i have refarctive error problem right? Or if no what is the consequence of my problem

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Yes refractive error . Will require corrective glasses or lenses ...  Read More

Doctor, Can Astigmatism (Regular) Cause Polyopia Or Multiple Ghosting Image? Please Let Me Know, Doctor.

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You should take offline consultanion and clear all your doubts ...  Read More

In an eye, does the angle of refraction between the vitreous humor and retina have any significance? Does that angle help to diagnose refractive eye problems at all? Also, is Snell's Law ever used in diagnosing or treating refractive eye errors?

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Hello A. Vitreous is attached to retina at many places so difficult to detect angle of refraction B. There is not a single ray of light but million of light rays falling at different angle... More ...  Read More

Took my son for general eye check up and doctor insisted he has refractive index error (-1 and 0.5) He is insisting that the boy should wear specs as much hours as possible in a day so that it does not get worsen in the future . Please some one help out .I am just little hesitant as he is just 4years old boy and he doesn't have any issues or he ha

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Pl trust the Doctor. If Refraction is done and glasses prescribed,your son has to wear them.Do not hear to the Elders.They are not Doctors.if you have still doubt, pl take 2nd opinion. Pl consult Opht ...  Read More

Am 25 and planning for refractive surgery here is my report am I eligible for refractive surgery should i go for it how much time need for complete recovery if i go for contura/silk

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Please consult online ...  Read More

I am having refrective error, and having diabetes. Dr is saying get dilated reflection done and retina scan. Is it mandatory . I got my eye number without dilation..pls guide

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It is mandatory. Kindly get dilated refraction and fundus evaluation ...  Read More

Hello am planning for silk surgery as I get eligible ..I am a software engineer so is that surgery get affected my profession or any long term side effect kindly ... give advice about refractive surgery-4.25 power

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Please consult for detail evaluation ...  Read More

Eye power is 7.25 in both eyes, which refractive surgery is suitable? Contoura lasik or icl is more safer and preferable?

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ICL may suite you.pl consult. ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with reflective error in my eye having power of -3.5 is it high and what should I do next. Thank you

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Please wear glasses regularly and get a retina examination done. ...  Read More

I decided to done my refractive surgery done in odisha where should I go for check up nd contura vision anybody can guide me plz

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Answers have been provided multiple times already. Kindly refer to your previous questions! ...  Read More

What's dilated refraction? How much does it cost ? Is there any harm if wear glasses (lens) of wrong number ?

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Dr will put drops in your eyes and then assess glass number. No additional cost, it is covered under consultation charges. Wrong glass number may cause eye strain and discomfort. ...  Read More

Is refractive error starting stage of glaucoma ? How to prevent increase of refractive error? Iam using power glasses . will refractive error cause blind ness or vision loss

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No, refractive errors always does not cause glaucoma . Wear glasses continuously. Get screened for refractive errors once in 6 months ...  Read More

Are there any chances of error in medical book. Is it 100% accurate . Please help... . . ... .. ... ...

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Error need to be notified to correct it at earliest to avoid inconvenience, But what may appear to be an error to you , may not be true ! ...  Read More

What are the chances of error in meducal books ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ask some sensible questions ...  Read More

I'm a marfan syndrome patient... But i don't have any problem to my internal organs... But I'm high myopic... Is there any problem to go through refractive eye surgery due to marfan syndrome?

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lasik not advisable in Marfans ...  Read More

I am software engineer if I go for eye surgery refractive eye surgery like lasik contura how many days I have to take leave frm my job or without screening time ..is there any problem If I use devices after some days of surgery ..

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24-48hours strict NO. Atleast 1week rest from using screen. There will be mild dryness. You can use artificial tears for few months. ...  Read More

Does cylindrical power increase after 19 years if my cylindrical power increase is less than 0.25 can I go for Lasik and lasik would correct it as I my planning to do my Lasik at 20 years old only my cylindrical power is increased by 0.25

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That's not considered a significant change. You can plan your lasik provided your Pre-Lasik workup is within normal limits ...  Read More

Mam and sir my eyes is stable or not it has only increase of 0.25 cylindrical power from previous prescription there is no increase in spherical power and previously there was no cylindrical power can I go for Lasik at 20 years old please help me

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After a thorough evaluation like age, the amount of error, stability of refraction, corneal thickness and other such factors your eye surgeon will be able to determine if you can be considered for las ...  Read More

Sir I am 19 years old my pervious eye prescription was -2.00 but after recheckup there is only increase of 0.25 cylindrical power there is no increase in spherical power can I go for Lasik at 20 years old please suggest me🙏

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0.25 is not very significant, U have get a PENTACAM scan done to see the health and strength of your cornea. If scan is normal and other tests are normal, YES you can go for Lasik surgery. ...  Read More

Is lasik is good option to do I have -3 myopia want to do refractive surgery the latest contoura vision is not available in my state .there for I think about lasik should I go for it or not...plz help

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Hello Lasik is more of a cosmetic surgery in mild to moderate myopia. It's safe and predictable. Nobody can take a decision on your behalf. You have to decide on your own ...  Read More

Doctors, I'm Having Doubt That My Eyeglasses Power Has Wrong or It Has Been Changed. My House is 50 KM Away From Nearest Eye Hospital. During To Lockdown, It Is Impossible To Me To Go To The Hospital Now. Please Let Me Know That How Can I Know If My Eyeglasses Power At Wrong Or It Has Changed At Home?

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If u feel there is blurring of vision and u cant c clearly with glasses it has probably changed ...  Read More

I have checked eye doctor as per my report Anterior chamber depth in left eye ( internal) is 2.45 Anterior chamber depth in left eye (internal) is 2.99 ACD depth in right eye ( internal) is 2.30 & external is 2.83. Right eye +5 & left eye +3 Is there any process is there to correct the vision without specs. Need suggestion. Right side power is

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Refractive surgery is definitely possible for your power and number. Femto lasik or bladeless lasik is your best option, not a hyperopia icl. ...  Read More

2 days back hot oil fell in my eye..I went to the doctor..today again I visited doctor as advised..they said not to worry..everything is fine..but the surprising thing was i have eye refraction problem for both the eyes since more than 10 years..but the doctor said the eye which I got hurt with hot oil has no refraction problem but the other eye is

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Eye refraction doesnt get corrected by itself.. and the very fact that u have -1 in one eye and 0 in other and your age is 35. I would say u are blessed..no need of any surgery.. ...  Read More

Is refractive surgery contraindicated in a patient of psoriasis? Even when it is just a scalp psoriasis and well controlled?

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Yes ...  Read More

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