Is it a good idea to have laser eye surgery?

Question

I've been thinking about having this done. If you've had it done, what have been your side effects? Would you do it again? what are your ragrets?

Answer 1

There are risks involving laser eye surgery. I suggest you read information on this website:

http://www.lasiksucks4u.com/

You may be interested to know that there is an alternative treatment for blurry vision called natural vision correction. It consists of specific eye exercises and techniques that can improve your eye sight and it's completely safe.

I used to be short sighted with slight astigmatism and was able to improve my vision completely with these exercises. Eye exercises require persistence, but they are worth every bit of it. Read more about eye exercises here:

http://www.refractiveeyedisorders.com/ryv

Best regards,

Answer 2

I've had it done, and I am very happy with the results. However, sometimes it doesn't go right and you may be left worse off. I had mine done, because I could no longer wear contact lenses as I had damaged my eyes with over use, causing oxygen deprivation damage. I couldn't stand the idea of wearing glasses again (I was bullied at school because of them, and whenever I put a pair on, would feel like a helpless little child again), so opted for the surgery.

It was expensive, quick and slightly frightening going under the laser and the sunlight hurt like hell on the way home from the clinic. But, I can see everything now and don't have to have that feeling when you wake up, open your eyes, and can't even see the end of the bed.

No regrets, but make sure you research whatever clinic you might use thoroughly as well as the surgeon.

Answer 3

If you research and research and research several different surgeons then I say go for it I worked for a couple different doctors and waited to have it done till I researched them. I finally met the one and had it done and couldn't be happier. I only had problem with driving at night so didn't wear glasses much so someone that needs glasses or contacts I don't know why they wouldn't want to go without the need for them. Research doctors and also the process its self then go in for consults and make sure that you are getting the right info. An educated patients is in a much better situation. Go with newer technology( any place can tell you they have "new technology" so thats why you look into it before hand.)
AS far as side effects you may have glare and halo issues while healing and dry eyes usually not bad when you are younger.. I wish you good luck in whatever you choose to do!

Answer 4

The most you can expect from Lasik or similar laser vision correction surgery is the convenience of a reduced need for corrective lenses. To gain that convenience you will need to accept some risk. The vast majority of Lasik patients are satisfied with the results, but Lasik is surgery and no surgery is perfect. There are, however, several steps you can take to reduce your risk.

I work for a nonprofit Lasik patient advocacy. We do not provide Lasik, just Lasik information and we certify Lasik doctors.

There are a gazillion things that can go wrong with refractive surgery, just like there are a gazillion things that can harm you every day. What is relevant to most people is the probability of something going wrong. There is a big difference between probability and possibility.

Lasik is not always the 20 Minute Miracle the advertisements may suggest. Sometimes recovery is slower than expected. Sometimes you don’t get the results you want. Our organization reviewed several published medical studies and FDA clinical trials plus thousands of actual patient outcomes to determine that about 3% of refractive surgery patients (all types of vision correction surgery, all types of patients) have some sort of unresolved problem at six months postop, with about 0.5% requiring extensive management or invasive correction.

http://www.usaeyes.org/faq/subjects/odds.htm

Some national chains advertise Lasik prices as low at $299 an eye, but a look at the financial reports of those same chains will find that the average Lasik cost is about $1,350 per eye. The price of Lasik varies from about $1,400 to $2,900 per eye, depending on the surgeon and technology, according to David Harmon, president of the St. Louis research firm Market Scope. The price you pay will depend upon your exact needs as well as the surgeon you choose.

http://www.usaeyes.org/lasik/faq/lasik-cost-price.htm

Of all the considerations about Lasik, the most important is surgeon selection. There is nothing that can compensate for an inferior surgeon. Our organization certifies Lasik doctors and publishes a 50 Tough Questions For Your Lasik Doctor to help guide your choice.

At our website we have many Lasik patients who post their experiences, questions, and concerns. You may find this patient's story valuable:

http://www.usaeyes.org/ask-lasik-expert/viewtopic.php?t=1185

Answer 5

Belle -

Keep in mind that 50% of people who get this surgery revert back to their vision problems within 5 years of having surgery done.

I have astigmatism. 50% is not enough of a percentage for me to consider spending money on an elective surgery that may not even correct my vision problems. Think long & hard before you decide.

Answer 6

get it done!!!! there are really no side effects unless you get pregnant you might have a slight change in vision and it should go back to normal after that. it will be the best investment of your life! its a quick 90 second procedure and there is little risk. and one other side effect is in like 20-40 years you may have to wear reading glasses. big deal! so worth it. if u can afford it go for it!

Answer 7

1

Answer 8

My 2 friends have had this done and now they are free not to wear glasses anymore because it has worked

Answer 9

I would never mess with the eyes unless it is medically necessary such as a cataract or other health problem that affects vision. We only get one pair of eyes :)

Answer 10

I would not do it of course.
you could go BLIND if the surgery goes wrong.
thats right, blind.
everything pitch black.
no light.
no vision.
so much to see but nothing to see it with.
i would NOT take the risks.