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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
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