LASIK eye surgery??

Question

i'm getting lasik eye surgery tomorrow. I'm very nervous and a little afraid and was wondering if anyone has had experiences with lasik? advice? precautions? thanks!

Answer 1

The actual procedure involves two main steps. First, the doctor will use a microkeratome or femtosecond laser microkeratome (if the patient is receiving IntraLASIK procedure) to create a layer or flap of corneal tissue.

When this thin layer is created, tiny bubbles form within the corneal region. The surgeon creating the corneal flap leaves a light hinge on one end so the flap can be easily folded back and forth. Once pulled back, the flap reveals the stroma to the doctor. This is the middle part of the cornea.

During this first phase, you may feel a bit uncomfortable as the surgeon pulls back the thin flap created to access the cornea. Other than this, you'll likely notice little pain or discomfort for the duration of surgery.

The next main step involves using an excimer laser to reshape and form the stroma of the cornea. The laser used vaporizes tissue in a safe way so the healthy tissue surrounding the stroma isn't disturbed unnecessarily, and the cornea can be formed and shaped correctly. If you were to peer in while your doctor conducted surgery you'd notice the layers removed by your surgeon are extremely thin… almost too thin to see!

Typically once the surgeon lifts the corneal flap you'll find your vision a bit blurry. This is natural as your cornea is being shaped and altered. During this time you'll probably be able to detect the light coming from the laser. This may be a bit disorienting, but you shouldn't experience any true pain or discomfort. The more prepared you are for these sensations, the more relaxed you'll be when they occur.

While performing surgery, most surgeons use computer systems to track their patient's progress and eye position. This helps ensure precise shaping and placement of the flap and cornea lens. Once the surgeon has actually reshaped the cornea, they'll replace the thin flap they created to help promote faster and safer healing. This flap serves as sort of a temporary band aide following surgery.

also the complications of eye surgery.

Some complications may result from surgery. Some patients for example may experience higher-order aberrations following surgery. These are slight visual disturbances a doctor may not pick up on during a run-of-the-mill eye exam. Some controversy exists about the effects of LASIK on higher order aberrations; many doctors are not yet clear the exact impact lasik procedures have on these, whether improving them or making them worse.

Still others suggest another visual disturbance, spherical aberration, may result from the actual Lasik or PRK procedures. Still, there are new technologies providing surgeons more and more ability to correct just as much as necessary and adjust for the tendency to under or overcorrect, thereby virtually eliminating this problem.

Early complications may include development of DLK or diffuse lamellar keratitis, though this condition typically resolves on treatment. Without treatment however, it can cause permanent vision loss, so always go to follow up exams. Post infection problems occur in roughly 1% or less of patients following surgery. More commonly reported side effects include dry eye or glare produced from surgery. Fortunately doctors can use newer equipment in some cases to also address this problem, commonly associated with individuals with pupils larger than average.

Most patients despite the potential complications report they are more than satisfied with the results of their surgery. Talk with your eye doctor to find out whether you are a good candidate for LASIK today.

Answer 2

It is very safe. U need to give ur eyes time to recover after lasik. the result will be very good.