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I've got Astigmatism. Can I Get LASIK? (Spoiler alert: yes)
For those of you impatient types who like to skip to the end of an article before reading the beginning, we've taken the liberty of answering your most pressing question up front [SPOILERS AHEAD]:Yes,for those of you with mild to moderate astigmatism, LASIK can probably help.
I've Decided to Get LASIK.Now What?
The first step is admitting you have a problem.A vision problem.
How Long Will My LASIK Procedure Take?
Okay, okay, I want better vision, but please if you've going to do stuff to my eye, make it quick, pleasepleaseplease...
How Can I Pay for LASIK?
LASIK eye surgery costs one bajillion dollars.
I am Afraid of LASIK
Sometimes when we say "I cant afford LASIK" or "I'm probably not a good candidate for LASIK,"what we really mean is "I'm afraid of LASIK."
My Optometrist Told Me I'm Not Eligible for LASIK. Is That True?
Maybe, Let's explain.
What is 20/20 Vision?
It's assumed that 20/20 is known as "perfect" vision, what does that actually mean?
LASIK and dry eye
LASIK has done a lot for people around the world looking for a vision correction solution that lets them see without contacts or glasses.In clinical studies, 94% of patients saw 20/20 or better six months after surgery
Realizing your dreams takes focus
Long before an accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down, Chris wanted to become a doctor. And while his condition may have been an obstacle, he didn’t let it become a barrier.
Ditch Your Glasses and Contacts. Finally.
I still get messages almost every day from people asking about my LASIK experience. Y’all, it is still one of the best things I have literally ever done for myself. Hands down.
Zero in on Costs.
Do you know how much you're spending on contacts?
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Indication: LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a laser surgery procedure that permanently changes the shape of the cornea to reduce or eliminate nearsightedness, farsightedness, or mixed visual irregularities due to an abnormal curve in the cornea (astigmatism). Only an eye care professional trained in laser vision correction can determine if you are a candidate for this procedure. The iFS® laser is a surgical laser that can be used to create flaps for use in LASIK surgery.
Contraindications: You should not have LASIK if you have collagen vascular (such as rheumatoid arthritis), autoimmune, or an immunodeficiency disease because they affect the body's ability to heal. You should not have this procedure if you are pregnant or nursing, show signs of corneal thinning, or take medications with eye-related side effects, such as Isotretinoin (Accutane®) for acne treatment or Amiodarone hydrochloride (Cordarone®) for normalizing heart rhythm.
Warnings: LASIK is not recommended if you have diabetes, a history of herpes simplex or herpes zoster keratitis, significant dry eye, or severe allergies.
Precautions: Your doctor will examine your eyes to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure. Talk to your doctor about any eye-related conditions, injuries, or surgeries you have had, as well as any changes to your vision in the past year. These may result in poor vision after LASIK. Tell your doctor about any medications you are taking. After surgery, you may find it more difficult to see in conditions such as dim light, rain, snow, fog, or glare from bright lights at night. LASIK is for patients 21 years of age and over.
Side effects: Possible side effects include dryness, which may be severe; loss of vision or the possible need for glasses or contact lenses after surgery; and visual disturbances such as halos (hazy rings around lights), glare, starbursts, double images, and other visual irregularities that may be debilitating. Possible complications resulting from LASIK flap creation include swelling, inflammation or pain in your eye, infection, or flap-related complications. Mild to severe light sensitivity occurred in 1% of patients between 2 and 6 weeks after surgery. Some patients (0.03%) noticed a temporary spoke-like band of light in their peripheral vision.
Please consult with your eye care professional and carefully review the Patient Information Booklet regarding the potential risks and benefits of this procedure. Results may vary for each individual patient.
The iLASIK® platform utilizes the STAR S4 IR® Excimer Laser System, WaveScan WaveFront® System, as well as the iFS® Advanced Femtosecond Laser during the LASIK procedure.
Caution: U.S. Federal Law restricts these devices to use by practitioners who have been trained in their calibration and operation, and who have experience in the surgical treatment and management of refractive errors.
For U.S. Consumers Only
