People who suffer from myopia or shortsightedness are treated with the help of Lasik eye surgery. This surgery is very popular since it is relatively painless and offers a fast recovery.
Lasik surgery is a combination of very simple steps which, if followed systematically, lead to a successful operation. Before going in for Lasik eye surgery, the first thing to do is find a good surgeon. The surgeon will take a close examination of your eye to decide if you are in need of Lasik surgery. There are some health conditions which, if found, will completely disqualify you as a candidate for the operation. Also, people are specially instructed to discontinue wearing their lenses at least 7 to 10 days prior to the day of the surgery. Once this is finished, the actual surgery takes place, which is over in less than a minute.
The most common query that people involves what would happen if they move their head while the surgery is taking place. However, this should not be a worry, since surgeons are experts in the technique of taking their foot away from the pedal which directs the ultraviolet beam the moment they notice a patient move his head. Once the surgery is over, it is advisable not to rub the eyes.
On the whole, the surgery is not painful, except that sometimes a scratchy feeling or some discomfort is experienced, due to the anesthesia given. Some people might be sensitive to light for some days.
One of the major advantages of Lasik eye surgery is that it frees you from dependency on spectacles or lenses. However, with old age, since the eyes change, a re-treatment might be necessary.
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