Opinions on Lasik eye surgery?
I’ve been considering Lasik eye surgery for years. At one point I even had a consultation and appointment to have it done, but backed out. I would really like to consider it again, but I’d like to hear from people that have had it done or know people who have had the procedure.
I have astigmatism in only one eye, my prescription is like 2 something…if that information helps.
Oh, yes, the age factor. I’m currently 26.
Lasik eye surgery is rather safe if only you are a suitable candidate. As with any surgery, there is a definite risk incurred. You must be screened for suitability and examined by the doctor personally. (Not the sales team to mislead you to get expensive package deal).
If you are a suitable candidate, the risk maybe :-
1.)Dry eyes (temporary)
2.)Regression/ enhancement
3.)infection (3-5/20,000 for the next 3 weeks)
4.)Flap/ complication of treatment (rare)
5.)Miscellaneous
A suitable candidate for Lasik surgery, it depends on:-
1.)Your corneal thickness
2.)Your power
3.)Your age
4.)A centre with a doctor who is examining your eyes personally
5.)Torough explanation to suit your lifestyle
Always insist on seeing the doctor performing the surgery for you. It is the due deligent of him or her to present the risk and benefit to you in detail personally.
Dr. Yeoh Phee Liang
Consultant Ophthalmologist
www.advancevision.net.my
January 30th, 2010 at 7:09 pm
You didn’t mention you age. It is important that you are fully grown, to avoid changes in vision and eye shape. Your astigmatism may be a factor in how successful your procedure might be, but technology has come a long way for this procedure. Many people experience a little dry-eye, which can effect vision temporarily.
References :
January 30th, 2010 at 7:28 pm
Lasik eye surgery is rather safe if only you are a suitable candidate. As with any surgery, there is a definite risk incurred. You must be screened for suitability and examined by the doctor personally. (Not the sales team to mislead you to get expensive package deal).
If you are a suitable candidate, the risk maybe :-
1.)Dry eyes (temporary)
2.)Regression/ enhancement
3.)infection (3-5/20,000 for the next 3 weeks)
4.)Flap/ complication of treatment (rare)
5.)Miscellaneous
A suitable candidate for Lasik surgery, it depends on:-
1.)Your corneal thickness
2.)Your power
3.)Your age
4.)A centre with a doctor who is examining your eyes personally
5.)Torough explanation to suit your lifestyle
Always insist on seeing the doctor performing the surgery for you. It is the due deligent of him or her to present the risk and benefit to you in detail personally.
Dr. Yeoh Phee Liang
Consultant Ophthalmologist
http://www.advancevision.net.my
References :
January 30th, 2010 at 8:10 pm
Basically, anyone aged above 18 with good health and stable eyesight over the past year (no change in the degree of short-sightedness, long-sightedness or astigmatism) is eligible for laser refractive surgery. Eyesight is stabilised only around the age of 21 or 22, so younger persons are not eligible for the procedure.
Laser refractive surgery has no upper age cap, but check-up is mandatory as the prevalence of other eye diseases increases with age. Moreover, patients of lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, keratitis, keratoconus, glaucoma or advanced cataract are not eligible for the operation. Therefore, you must report to the ophthalmologist your health conditions in detail for a comprehensive and safe evaluation.
If you decide to undergo laser refractive surgery, the next issue would be how to locate a reliable ophthalmology centre. Besides opinions from your doctors and friends, you may look for a reputable centre on the Internet. Accredited laser refractive clinics are run by doctors with professional qualifications in ophthalmology. Pay attention to their professional licence. Moreover, these centres may provide different consultation periods, ranging from six-month, one-year to even lifelong follow-up services.
References :
http://www.hsbc.com.hk/1/2/hk/insurance/healthnet/archive/s0805-1