lasik eye surgery
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DO IT !!! had mine done 6 years ago and have NEVER regretted it. Best money ive ever spent. BTW the burning flesh ( your burning flesh ) thing is wierd if you don't know its coming but its no biggie and the recovery time is like one night and the next day enjoy your new vision w-o contacts or glasses. Just think... no more ducking your head in the rain to keep the spots off your glasses. no more contact solutions and tierd eyes. no more foggy glasses or goggles... Yeah, I'd do it if I were you.
I did mine 8 years ago. I had a little bit of halos at night for about 6 months. I told myself it was worth it if they never went away.....they did. easily the best money I ever spent.
Matt, I did it back in 2000 and it was the best thing I ever did. As long as your eyes have stabilzed, and are not getting worse, it is well worth it.
I imagine the technology is way better than it was 8 years ago. The only bad results was that it did effect my night time driving in the respect my confidence in my depth perception is not what it once was. The other thing is that after the surgery my eyes did become more sensitve to sunlight. I have to wear sunglasses if it is very bright out.
All in all it is still the best thing I ever did. I would do it again in a second.
I imagine the technology is way better than it was 8 years ago. The only bad results was that it did effect my night time driving in the respect my confidence in my depth perception is not what it once was. The other thing is that after the surgery my eyes did become more sensitve to sunlight. I have to wear sunglasses if it is very bright out.
All in all it is still the best thing I ever did. I would do it again in a second.
Had mine done in January and was sledding the next day. It's pretty incredible. The only thing I've noticed is that when I'm tired, my eyes are dry and need drops. That's about the only bad thing. I see no reason not to. It wasn't cheap (4500) but it's your eyes!
Funny this should come up.
I finally have the funds to go get this done. I am scheduled for Next thursday (dec 11) at 8 am. Doing the intralasik, which is complete bladeless. The cut on the lens flap is done by laser and supposedly heals up much quicker than the cut with the old razor blade! I will give an update on how it goes. Doc says i should be able to be back at work on monday (staring at a computer screen for 12 hours a day) without too much problems.
I really cannot imagine how great this is going to be... unless i end up like the 2% that goes blind
I finally have the funds to go get this done. I am scheduled for Next thursday (dec 11) at 8 am. Doing the intralasik, which is complete bladeless. The cut on the lens flap is done by laser and supposedly heals up much quicker than the cut with the old razor blade! I will give an update on how it goes. Doc says i should be able to be back at work on monday (staring at a computer screen for 12 hours a day) without too much problems.
I really cannot imagine how great this is going to be... unless i end up like the 2% that goes blind
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Colorado4fun
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I had it done in Feb of 2000. I now have 20/25 vision. Glad I did it! I would have to agree with Farmer though on the night driving and the sun light. I do have a friend that also had it done and she had issues with her eyes being really dry an was doing drops all the time after the surgery.
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Sako7STW
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Had mine done 2 years ago and even if my vision went bad again in just 2 years I would pay to have it done again in a heart beat! I have noticed my eyes tend to get more tired but then again i started shift work as well so its hard to say the real cause. Biggest thing I can suggest is make sure you do the drops religiously!
Best money I ever spent.
I'm one of the very few who had complications. Both eyes are good now, but I had a condition they called Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis (DLK). Thought I was going to end up being blind in both eyes. This was very very scary, especially when the doctor had a panic look on his face the day after my surgery!! Once they determined my problem, they put me on steroids which turned things around. I now have 20/20 so everything ended up good. My advice is to research all the possible complications, then ask specifically if you might be a candidate for these complications. With DLK, they didn't have any way of knowing that I'd get it, but afterwards, they told me that there seems to be a link between DLK and fair skin, allergies, and I can't remember the others. Ask yourself this: "Do the benefits outweigh the risks?"
I remember laying in bed at night for those several days wondering what kind of dog I'd get to guide me around.
DLK:
Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis (DLK)
Diffuse lamellar keratitis--also known as the "sands of the Sahara" syndrome--is a general inflammation that sometimes arises between the corneal flap and the underlying corneal stroma.
Diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) is an extremely rare inflammatory reaction that leaves small white deposits underneath the corneal flap after LASIK. The cause of this reaction is unknown. Depending on the amount of inflammation, you may have no symptoms or you may note some haziness in your vision.
Prevention requires maintaining a clean interface between these two areas. This is aided by meticulously draping the eyelids with sterile tape to keep the eyelashes out of the surgical field and by irrigating (rinsing) the cornea to remove any debris that may be in the tear film before making the microkeratome cut. When folding back the flap, it is important to try to prevent any unwanted debris from accumulating on the interface surface. Irrigating under the flap following the application of the laser may also help to assure a clean interface.
Despite meticulous surgical technique, sebaceous secretions from the patient's own eyelid border may collect beneath the flap. This is usually of no consequence. Occasionally, microfibers from the sterile drapes or swabs may appear. Airborne particulate fibers are also occasionally seen as well as an occasional metallic fragment from the high speed keratome blade. Fortunately, most particulate matter does not cause problems unless it is in the visual axis. By drying around the edges of the eye, the surgeon insures that when the corneal flap is folded back, it will not be sitting in a pool of dirty fluid.
Postoperatively, a topical corticosteroid (medicated drop applied to the surface of the eye) is used to suppress inflammation. The steroid is applied for one week because diffuse lamellar keratitis peaks two to five days after surgery. Likewise, a single drop of a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory eye drop at the conclusion of surgery is essential. It serves to dramatically reduce pain during the first six hours after surgery.
When present, most cases of diffuse lamellar keratitis respond to treatment with corticosteroid drops. More severe cases may require that the surgeon lift the corneal flap and irrigate beneath it to remove the inflammatory cells. When recognized and treated properly, DLK rarely affects the ultimate visual outcome; in rare cases, DLK will cause a loss of best corrected vision.
A different form of lamellar keratitis has recently been reported, central lamellar keratitis or CLK. CLK appears within the first twenty-four to forty-eight hours and results in a severe central collection of inflammatory debris. At times the underlying stroma is also involved. Treatment is similar to DLK. However, vision may be more often affected, resulting in the need for additional enhancements after recovery.
At the time of this writing, the exact causes of DLK and CLK are unknown. Speculation of causative factors include an inflammatory reaction related to the patient's own sebaceous secretions, reactions to methlycellulose drops, antigens from bacteria, and even immune reactions to byproducts of the laser treated cornea.
I remember laying in bed at night for those several days wondering what kind of dog I'd get to guide me around.
DLK:
Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis (DLK)
Diffuse lamellar keratitis--also known as the "sands of the Sahara" syndrome--is a general inflammation that sometimes arises between the corneal flap and the underlying corneal stroma.
Diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) is an extremely rare inflammatory reaction that leaves small white deposits underneath the corneal flap after LASIK. The cause of this reaction is unknown. Depending on the amount of inflammation, you may have no symptoms or you may note some haziness in your vision.
Prevention requires maintaining a clean interface between these two areas. This is aided by meticulously draping the eyelids with sterile tape to keep the eyelashes out of the surgical field and by irrigating (rinsing) the cornea to remove any debris that may be in the tear film before making the microkeratome cut. When folding back the flap, it is important to try to prevent any unwanted debris from accumulating on the interface surface. Irrigating under the flap following the application of the laser may also help to assure a clean interface.
Despite meticulous surgical technique, sebaceous secretions from the patient's own eyelid border may collect beneath the flap. This is usually of no consequence. Occasionally, microfibers from the sterile drapes or swabs may appear. Airborne particulate fibers are also occasionally seen as well as an occasional metallic fragment from the high speed keratome blade. Fortunately, most particulate matter does not cause problems unless it is in the visual axis. By drying around the edges of the eye, the surgeon insures that when the corneal flap is folded back, it will not be sitting in a pool of dirty fluid.
Postoperatively, a topical corticosteroid (medicated drop applied to the surface of the eye) is used to suppress inflammation. The steroid is applied for one week because diffuse lamellar keratitis peaks two to five days after surgery. Likewise, a single drop of a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory eye drop at the conclusion of surgery is essential. It serves to dramatically reduce pain during the first six hours after surgery.
When present, most cases of diffuse lamellar keratitis respond to treatment with corticosteroid drops. More severe cases may require that the surgeon lift the corneal flap and irrigate beneath it to remove the inflammatory cells. When recognized and treated properly, DLK rarely affects the ultimate visual outcome; in rare cases, DLK will cause a loss of best corrected vision.
A different form of lamellar keratitis has recently been reported, central lamellar keratitis or CLK. CLK appears within the first twenty-four to forty-eight hours and results in a severe central collection of inflammatory debris. At times the underlying stroma is also involved. Treatment is similar to DLK. However, vision may be more often affected, resulting in the need for additional enhancements after recovery.
At the time of this writing, the exact causes of DLK and CLK are unknown. Speculation of causative factors include an inflammatory reaction related to the patient's own sebaceous secretions, reactions to methlycellulose drops, antigens from bacteria, and even immune reactions to byproducts of the laser treated cornea.
Just had it done a month ago at Lasik Plus, was very pleased and would recommend it to any one. The first night is like welding burn. Woke up the first time after and couldn't believe how well I could see! Lasik Plus charges anywhere from $900.00 to $2000 per eye, of course I fell in at $1700.00 per with the intralase. At the cost and pain in the azz with glasses its kind of a no brainer for me.
Did the intralaced lasik in 02, next day 20/15 vision with very little discomfort. Best mod you'll ever do. I spent 2k an eye.
I hassled with disposable contacts when I rode and by the end of the day it felt like my eye balls got sand blasted. Never again.
I hassled with disposable contacts when I rode and by the end of the day it felt like my eye balls got sand blasted. Never again.
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SilverGriz
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Good info...I would love to ditch these damn contacts!
Had mine done in 1996. Best money I ever spent. Like others have mentioned, I'm more light sensitive now and sunglasses are a necessity outside.
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cjgodden
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I had lasik done 8 years ago, 20/15 vision at the first check up. It actually improved my night vision. My only complaint is I am more sesitive to light and watching a movie in a theater gives me a headache if I sit to close to the screen. Absolutly the best $5000 I have ever spent, Well Maybe its a tie with my SnowHawk. Just remember its your eyes don't go with the cheapest doctor in your area. Do some reaserch and use the most experienced.
