Linda asks…

If I get LASIK will I still be qualified to be USMC Scout Sniper?

I’m interested in becoming a USMC Scout Sniper, I understand that it requires alot of effort, but my eyesight isn’t the best (I’m still a good shot with a gun because I wear my prescription glasses) and I want to know if I’m still qualified for that position if I undergo any corrective eye surgery procedures.

Any feedback is appreciated.

M.R.

admin answers:

When I enlisted in 1994, you could not join the Corps at all if you had corrective eye surgery. Check with your local recruiter…

David asks…

whats the best way to correct your vision?

forget glasses and contact lenses. not for me. is lasik a good choice to correct my eyesight? are there any other procedures out there that will get me back to 20/20 vision?

admin answers:

20/20 is the goal for most corrective procedures but as always there are exception in every person’s case. Some people are not right for the surgery due to the way that they see. You’ll definitely have to check with your eye doctor at your next visit. Special measurements have to be made and such.
In some cases if the surgery corrects for distance vision, you can lose some of your up close vision. This usually depends on your age and prescription though.
If you hate contacts and glasses definitely check into refractive surgery though.

Mandy asks…

Has anyone ever gotten the Lasik laser eye surgery done on their eyes(read on)??

if so, how was your experience??? is your vision at its best now??? i might get Lasik done on my eyes eventually. i have bad vision(myopia) and i definately do need glasses but i havent gone to the eye doctor. i dont want to wear glasses!! they will get in my way, i am not used to wearing glasses 24/7 and i dont think i look good in glasses. besides, my dad, my friends and many people who i know that wear glasses dread it! they have to get a stronger prescription every few years or so..and their vision onlt gets worse!! my vision is already bad enough without glasses..thats why i want Lasik…it would end all my problems and it is much more aesthetically pleasing! so my question is, has anyone gotten this procedure done on their eyes????
so i cant get the surgery till im 18 or 21???? omg, im 17!!

admin answers:

Wait till 21 there will be even more modern operations

Donald asks…

Do you personally know anyone that has had Lasik and should I get LASIK eye surgery?

I’ve been wanting Lasik for years now. I have been completely dependent on contacts and glasses to see for almost 15 years now (I’m almost 27). I also have an astigmatism in one eye, which I know can be fixed with the surgery. But because of the astigmatism in that eye, I will never been able to see perfectly with contacts and glasses.

However, I have been reading a ton of horror stories online the past few days since I started seriously researching the procedure. There are tons of websites dedicated to trying to convince people not to have the surgery. They tout negative effects such as blurry vision, starbursts, loss of contrast, ghosting, double vision, permanent dry eye, etc. So I’m wondering if it is going to be worth the risk? I couldn’t bear having a permanent problem with my vision because of something I did to myself, but on the other hand this could be the best thing for my vision. I just don’t know!

Please only answer if you personally know someone such as a close friend or family member that has had the surgery and tell me what the results have been, good or bad. Bonus points if they went to a doctor in Atlanta.

Thanks.

admin answers:

While I have no experience personally or with anyone in Atlanta, I used to work at an office that did Lasik procedures weekly.
You would have to be screened and tested before they even could determine if you’re a candidate. There are pretty strict guidelines and not everyone who wears glasses or contacts is eligible for it.
That being said, yes there are horror stories, as with everything else in life. Different people react differently. The best advice I can give you is- do your research. Listen to word of mouth (which seems to be what you’re looking for, so already you are on the right path).
Meet with numerous doctors and don’t be shy about asking questions. If they are a reputable physician, they should be ok to answer any and all questions you will have.
Remember, your vision is nothing to play around with.
And remember, you get what you pay for. Don’t go for someone just because they are cheap!

Robert asks…

Lasik Eye Surgery experiences?

I’m 18 years old and just came from a consultation with the best surgeon in the area who said I was a great candidate. I was just wondering if anyone could give me some insight on their experiences. How soon after the procedure can you see? Is it painful? How are your eyes now? etc.
Thanks!

admin answers:

Day of surgery- You eye will feel a little picky, sunlight will be very bright, your eyes may water a little. But you should in no way have any severe pain/discomfort. Your vision will still be a little fuzzy but clearer than before the surgery in most cases.
You will sleep with goggles on to prevent you from accidentally rubbing your eyes..

Day 1- Vision will be getting clearer- you will be using the drops directed by your doctor to help with the healing so the pickyness will start to go away, along with the sunlight sensitivity. You will still be wearing the goggles at night, normally for the first 3-5 days. When you wake up in the am the vision will most likely be fuzzy and your eyes will feel dry until you put the medication in. Thats normal..

Day2-10- The vision will start clearing up and for the most part at this point the cornea is healed from the surgery and the vision will be almost at its best.

Day 10 and up There should be no pain, nor light sensitivity, the vision should be as good as its going to get at this point, and you should be finished most of the drops the doctor directed you to use.

Good luck…as long as this is a trusted doctor, and he did all of the proper testing go for it… Its worth it…I love to see the look on patients faces when they come in for their one day post op- Its like they were reborn with new eyes.. Its why i love my job so much!….

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