Post Lasik Surgery Complications

If you have poor or diminishing eyesight, by now you have probably heard of lasik surgery. You may have seen advertisements or know someone who has undergone the procedure. Most patients report improved vision almost immediately following surgery and the vast majority of patients are satisfied with their outcome. If you are considering lasik surgery, you are probably well aware of the potential benefits: better vision and a possible end to your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. What you may not be aware of are the complications that can occur following lasik surgery. In this article, we will discuss some of the complications reported by lasik patients.

While most patients experience a notable improvement to their eyesight almost right away following their surgery, it can take several months for a patient's vision to stabilize. It is possible for patients to experience slight fluctuations in their vision as well. Over time, these symptoms usually diminish.

Many patients experience post operative dry eye as well. The degree to which patients experience dry eye can vary widely from mild to severe. Post lasik dry eye may be treated with drops and may quickly pass or the condition could linger and further, more extensive treatment may become necessary.

Some lasik patients notice diminished night vision. This can include as seeing starbursts, glares or halos at night. The severity of the symptoms can vary and they usually subside within a few weeks. Some patients may go through more prolonged bouts of poor night vision, however.

The benefits of lasik surgery are well publicized and often stated. Make sure, however, that you take the time to thoroughly discuss these and other possible complications such as over correction, under correction, dislocation of the lasik flap and infection with your doctor. Only after you have a balanced picture of the possible benefits and complications can you begin to assess whether lasik eye surgery is right for you.

By Jayson Lee

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