Obviously all medical procedures have some sort of risk involved, but lasik vision correction tends to be one of the safest procedures you can have. One of the reason lasik is so popular is because it's so safe. It's also quick, and even the recovery time is short. Most importantly, it tends to be relatively painless. Unfortunately, the results can vary greatly, so be wary of anyone offering a 20/20 vision money back guarantee. Don't misunderstand, most patients have 20/20 vision after their first surgery, with some needing a second treatment after about 3 months.
This all sounds good, but don't go into this without consulting a doctor on all of the possible side effects. Without a doubt, they're going to give you the most current and accurate risk assessment for you. They're very interested in doing business with you, but not without you being fully aware of what's happening. These are some of the items your doctor may cover with you in your pre-surgery consultation.
Strong or weak correction - When there is an over or under correction of your vision you may have to go in for a follow-up enhancement surgery.
Dryness - You may experience this in the first three to six months following your surgery. It's not too uncommon and something that's usually treated with lubricating drops in the eyes.
Eye Sensitivity - This is usually a sensitivity to strong glares. Even though these symptoms may go away with time, you should let your doctor know.
Blurred Vision - Have your doctor monitor this symptom if it comes up. There are corrections you can do, but most of the time it will go away.
Eye Infection - As with any procedure of this level, any contamination can turn into an infection. Your doctor will be watching for this and prescribe an antibiotic as soon as he see an indication of infection.
Superficial Scaring - This could be one of the outcomes from an infection. It is treatable with a future procedure.
Cornea Thinning - Most doctors will anticipate some level of cornea thinning and calculate it into the procedure. Of course, there are chances your eyes will react outside of the norm and this could be the result. There is a very small 1:10000 chance of this happening to you.
Again, it can't be emphasised enought that this is a very safe and straight forward procedure. Lasik vision correction is performed in offices across America every day without and trouble. Check with your doctor, ask about the risks and then go forward confidently. - 15437
This all sounds good, but don't go into this without consulting a doctor on all of the possible side effects. Without a doubt, they're going to give you the most current and accurate risk assessment for you. They're very interested in doing business with you, but not without you being fully aware of what's happening. These are some of the items your doctor may cover with you in your pre-surgery consultation.
Strong or weak correction - When there is an over or under correction of your vision you may have to go in for a follow-up enhancement surgery.
Dryness - You may experience this in the first three to six months following your surgery. It's not too uncommon and something that's usually treated with lubricating drops in the eyes.
Eye Sensitivity - This is usually a sensitivity to strong glares. Even though these symptoms may go away with time, you should let your doctor know.
Blurred Vision - Have your doctor monitor this symptom if it comes up. There are corrections you can do, but most of the time it will go away.
Eye Infection - As with any procedure of this level, any contamination can turn into an infection. Your doctor will be watching for this and prescribe an antibiotic as soon as he see an indication of infection.
Superficial Scaring - This could be one of the outcomes from an infection. It is treatable with a future procedure.
Cornea Thinning - Most doctors will anticipate some level of cornea thinning and calculate it into the procedure. Of course, there are chances your eyes will react outside of the norm and this could be the result. There is a very small 1:10000 chance of this happening to you.
Again, it can't be emphasised enought that this is a very safe and straight forward procedure. Lasik vision correction is performed in offices across America every day without and trouble. Check with your doctor, ask about the risks and then go forward confidently. - 15437
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Michael Spector writes about lasik vision correction surgery including how safe is lasik surgery.
