Mandy asks…

Who in here had LASIK done?

I’m deciding on whether to get a LASIK or not. I know that I’m going to get “night glares” after the procedure.

So basically, it’s a decision of getting “night glare” or “stay nearsighted.” I don’t know what night glares are like? Can someone in here tell me what it is like to have night glares? Can you drive in the dark with nigh glares with no complication? I frequently drive my car in the dark, especially if I have to get off work late..
Check the link below for a picture of driving with and without night glares. Is that how it’s like….driving with night glares?

http://dwp.bigplanet.com/luxtonoptical/nss-folder/pictures/antireflectcar.jpg

Is there any glasses that let you see things clear during the night? So the diminish the night glares?

admin answers:

Night glare just refers to halos and star-bursts that you will likely get from street and head lights post-operatively. This side-effect is also associated with cataract removal. It can be annoying for some people, but these effects usually lessen with time after the procedure is done. It is an inevitable side effect of LASIK, unfortunately, but for the majority of patients, the benefits of the procedure far out-weigh the risks. There are side-effects to any surgical procedure, but depending on how nearsighted you are, these side-effects will pale in comparison to being able to lessen or completely remove your dependency on glasses or contacts.

Nancy asks…

Is LASIK eye surgery safe?????????????????????? I dont trust it!?

I knew someone who had it done at age mid 50s and her vision didn’t get any better, I think there was some complications and she had more problems with her eyes than she had before. Could it be that her doctor was bad?

One of my eyes is 2.25 and my other eye is 4.75 (but its getting more blurry, so im assuming that it has increased).
Should I get a laser surgery? I hate having contacts in my eyes because you can only wear them for so long.

Also, is nearsightedness genetically inherited?
im 17 years old

admin answers:

Always believe in yourself because its a life long commitment.

If you don’t feel right, don’t do it.

The complications percentage are high but most are very very mild complications like dry eyes, etc.

But end of the day, its your eyes and no surgeon can promise perfection.

Comprehensive Guide to Lasik Surgery in Singapore
http://lasiksg.com

Mark asks…

What to say to my primary doctor….?

Next week I am meeting with my doctor to try to get a referral for the lasik eye surgery. Besides all the complications I have with my job/lifestyle with contacts and glasses any advice on what I should say to sway him more? I get a lot of symptoms with both glasses and contacts, and am going to tell him that. I have very sensitive eyes to light and everything…

admin answers:

I’d say stick with that. It’s the truth and you’ll remember it. If you start to mention other things, you may forget what you’ve told who. As long as you stress the fact that it’s hard to function in your daily life you should be okay.

John asks…

Suggest me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

I am 18 and have constant eye number ie -1.5 from last two years(when i first got glasses)..I dont wanna wear glasses and i cant wear contacts so the only option for me is LASIK….But are there any complications in Lasik…am i the candidate for lasik..i heard people saying that it effect eyes badly in older ages is that true…and i onlyy wanna have it once in lifetime….

admin answers:

You will need to have a consultation to find out the risks involved. A reputable specialist will tell you any risks. I had my eyes corrected with a scalpal in 1988 and I now have light scarring and some stigmatism. Despite this, I am very happy that I had it done all those years ago. I was -8 in one eye and -7.5 in the other. You are only -1.5

Charles asks…

I’m considering getting LASIK surgery. Have any of you gotten this before? What was it like?

Did you have any complications? Are you glad that you had the surgery? And what is the average cost?

admin answers:

Two stories.

One friend did it and his vision improved and he found a new confidence in himself.

Another friend did it and may have to take a medical retirement as she cannot see (among other health problems) as well as she did before the operation

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