Millions
of Americans wear glasses or contacts to correct vision problems like
farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism. However, both
options do have downsides: glasses can fall off during strenuous
activities, while contacts can be complicated to put on. Many of
those who suffer from some degree of vision impairment certainly
welcome other ways to get vision correction.
In
recent years, LASIK surgery has become the answer to that need. In
this procedure, lasers are used to remove tiny parts of the cornea to
correct the latter’s shape, thus leading to improved eyesight.
Before getting the procedure, however, you need to check if you meet
the conditions of a suitable candidate.
Good
Health
As
in all surgeries, even minor ones like LASIK, patients should ideally
be in good health to avoid complications. If you have untreated
diabetes, autoimmune diseases or collagen vascular ailments, LASIK
surgery might not be for you.
Other
Eye Problems
Existing
eye problems like strabismus (muscle imbalance) or amblyopia (lazy
eye) can affect the surgery’s success and impede healing, so make
sure to disclose all eye conditions to your doctor before the
procedure.
Break
from Wearing Contacts?
Prior
to surgery, your doctor will map out your cornea’s shape to
determine how much to remove. However, wearing contact lenses for
prolonged periods can change your cornea’s shape and throw off the
measurements. To avoid this, you’ll be asked to stop wearing
contacts and allow your cornea to return to its original shape prior
to the surgery.
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