PRK vs LASIK Eye Surgery - Procedure, Recovery and Cost
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Learn the differences between prk and lasik! In this video we review how laser eye surgery works, an overview of the prk procedure vs the lasik eye surgery procedure, the cost of lasik vs prk and some pros and cons.
Prk surgery is a commonly performed eye laser surgery as an alternative to lasik. If you have been considering lasik eye surgery, then you may have heard of prk surgery and wondered about this form of laser eye surgery procedure. Although both of these eye surgeries have very similar results in visual recovery, prk requires a longer recovery time vs lasik. In addition, there are several other factors to consider between lasik vs prk. This video briefly discusses how corneal thickness, dry eyes and cost of the procedures may influence which procedure you go with.
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QOTD 💥 Which Procedure do you think is better? Have you or a family member gone through refractive surgery? How did it go?
Doctor Eye Health so prk sounds good to me I have a question if you wouldn’t mind I live in Louisiana last year I was grinding some metal lawnmower blades and got some shrapnel in my eye I went to the eye doc and she used this tool to abrade my eye to get the metal out. Since then my right eye has been very blurry she said I was left with a scar on my eye. Would the prk resurface my cornea to remove the scar and sorta reset my perfect vision
I would rather have Lasik but I was evaluated for it and told my type of astigmatism wasn’t right for refractive surgery. So I’m stuck juggling progressives for most of the day. Middle distance glasses so I don’t hurt my neck playing instruments or looking at my computer. And soft fuzzy vision when I’m too vain to wear them!
Doctor Eye Health i had lasik few months back .I had -7.5 and -8 in right and left eye.After surgery right eye is good but now i have +1.0 in my left eye which is not progressing to 0 after 6 months.Please suggest me something
Both are bad. I had LASIK and it was a disaster! My sister had LASIK and is now back in glasses with chronic dry eyes and she sees halos at night. I know of 28 suicides due to laser eye surgery. Laser eye surgery violates the Hippocratic oath to "Do no harm".
Neither laser eye surgery is dangerous. No medical reason exists for it. Ruined my eyes and life.
So i have to either risk drying my eyes out forever and PAY hundreds of dollars for someone to SLICE my cornea OR wear contacts/glasses till i die when my eyes are getting worse everyday and with a fear of going blind eventually?!!. Bruh people who have natural perfect vision are really so darn lucky :)
what did you do in the end?
Sailing in the same boat mate. I wish I never had this problem. I think I'll take the surgery and pray for the best>
Same
@@emmanueljuma5492 yeah
Did he not say the risk of eye dryness is for lasik?
I wish doctors could just make drops that give you 2020 vision
there is already something like that. But it only lasts half of a day, it's pretty much gel.
@@Commander_HW what is it?
My eye grade is 250
@@Commander_HW cant find it i really want that eyedrop bad because i just broke my glasses and cant play basketball ahahahha
@@troybatinga7797 last time I read it was only a in a testing phase, it's not a sure thing yet, more like a concept product.
Lasik legit looks like peeling a grape.
I KNOW RIGHT LOL
The da vinci way
From what I’ve heard, they did surgery on a grape.
they did surgery on a grape :0
Feels like it too.
Got my lasik surgery like five years ago. They guaranteed the life time care service for free after surgery and I go get checked up every year or two when I can. Very satisfied with the life changing decision I've made. Been having 10/10 visions and can't be happier than before. You just have to get it done at the right place.
@@TyasiaMinaj I did mine in Korea. There were like three options I could choose after they ran a test on my eyes. The range was 2-4k(without insurance).
So if I grow older wont my vision decrease. I really need to do this cause am tried of wearing contacts and glasses
@@AshTheDuke I have seen my friends and co-workers getting it done at the wrong places and their visions going back. But as long as you get it at the right place, I think you should be fine. My doctor told me the best age range to get it done is like 22-28.
@@29leej oh am 30 years old
@@AshTheDuke I wouldn't suggest to do it at all
I don't want to get eye surgery but I'm also terrified of some world ending event happening and be being without glasses for the rest of my life. It worries me that one of the things between me and possible survival in life is plastic and 2 pieces of glass
if its world ending you likely wont survive anyways
what do you mean world ending event? would that make you lose your glasses lol
OMFG HAHAHAH I think the same exact way!!! I bought two extra pairs and put them in my survival bag!!! Just in case!! But I’d love to get lasik!
@@Rose_19911 I've had my glasses knocked off my face in more than one situation and one of them was when I was in a hotel fire. I had to be led out of the building from the 43 floor in NY. Another time my horse broke my glasses while I was in the mountains of Montana. I luckily had an extra pair but it isn't unreasonable to think that something could happen and you would be without vision assistance.
@@RLBM89 oww ok I get you, jesus! haha
Got PRK almost a week and a half ago. Totally amazing experience. As some one who has spent most of my life wearing glasses and contacts, I can’t express how amazing it feels to wake up and just see with your normal eyes.
That makes me so happy to hear!! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! Leaning toward PRK, I have to decide by 31st.
@@FillingTheGap1 hahaha goodluck i got my prk on 30th oct
Plz Clarify my doubt Is it prk surgery is Good or bad
@@AnnA-jd4xm extremely well. They offered Lasic after the eye tests but said it wouldn't allow for future corrections which made PRK even more appealing. My eyesight is fantastic now. I see better then people wearing glasses often
Not sure which made me wince more, the descriptions of both surgeries or the comments! Truly a great and informative video! Very helpful.
It was the prices for me! 🤣🤣
I had it it bad
I have done both. Lasik is immediately results but I had halos few month after. I also had frequent dry eye so my doctor put a plug in the tear gland.
My 2nd was prk... I had a freak accident and prk correct it. It was very complicated pain wise. I literally slept for 4 days.. wake up medicate the eyes pain management and sleep
After reading these comments, I think I will just stick with glasses and contacts
Ikr I will assume the worst case scenario for myself.
I appreciate my eyes so much it's not worth it at all.
I'm just afraid someone will sway me away from this kind of thinking in the future since there are mixed results.
It's a gamble I will always come back to read these comments or search the scary and terrible results that destroyed people's lives.
Please avoid contact lenses at all. They will lead to severe dry eye
The CodingPrimate glasses and contact are distractions i have -3,50
I’m only 10 years old and every year my parents had to take me to a doctor because I always watch to much every day nonstop to make sure my eye balls are not damage
ikr... this seems like the hub for bad experiences for both procedures
Thanks to all comments, i am wearing contact lenses or glasses for rest of my life
Brother i will also do that.
I was terrified of the possible complications for Lasik or PRK so I found a highly respected surgeon near me that performed ICL implants! I am loving not needing glasses anymore. -10 prescription with 2.5 astigmatism so I needed the toric lens. It costs a little more than Lasik but the lenses can be removed and you go right back to glasses if needbe!
🤣🤣🤣
My glass powers are less than 2-
Lasik surgery watch this ruclips.net/video/JFW2nKZ_g3M/видео.html
My vision was -8.50 in both eyes until 2 weeks ago when I had LASIK. I dont remember a time in my life when I didnt need help to see. I couldn't wear contacts, and my depth perception was distorted by my glasses.
This was seriously a terrifying procedure. I felt like Woody in Toy Story. Being cleaned up by the toy specialist. But I cant recommend it more for someone who is eligible with a higher prescription. I now see 20/15 without glasses. I can wear sunglasses that dont cost $100 anymore. I can see to shave in the shower.
I know i have a few decades of life ahead of me, and Im not sure how my vision will change as I age, but right now, even while im still on medicated eye drops, Im really happy I did the procedure.
Why couldn't u get contacts?
@@gtrrohit5078 I have a handful of chronic illnesses and allergies. The medications I take dry my eyes significantly. So on top of needing toric lenses for astigmatism (which my insurance doesnt give me enough money to pay for) i would have to put eyedrops in at least a couple of times every hour in order for the contacts to be comfortable. I tried contacts several times since 5th grade, and eventually gave up because it became too uncomfortable/expensive
@@bbeltdncr ah ok
You were lucky and need to say "thank you God".
How long did it take to get to that 20/15 vision? I had mine done 2 days ago and I'm still at 20/25.
He's a doctor and still wears contacts. I'm not doing it😭
Lol 😂
it's very expensive per eye
@@j75configs And it’s kind of scary too
Good point 😳
@@monkebanana395 wtf swearing
Alright cool, I'm just going to buy some new glasses and call it a day...😬
lol right?
Watch this Lasik Surgery ruclips.net/video/JFW2nKZ_g3M/видео.html
LASIK is good.
PRK? Nahhhh
@@mhafis841 OMG..
In Japan, there's a new technology of refractive correction. You wear a pair of refractive lenses for a few weeks, then replace with a new pair. The process takes up to a year and the vision is slowly restored by the lenses, but usually not to 20/20 (in most cases to 20/30). But hey, no surgery required.
It’s been 2yrs since my lasik surgery. Had bad vision and astigmatism. Best $$ I ever spent on myself. Had 20/20 vision almost 24 hrs after procedure. First 4 hrs it was uncomfortable but bearable. Had dry eyes for about a week but drops provided by eye center as part of recovery process helped. After 3 months it felt like I was born with perfect vision, cannot recommend more. Convinced my dad to get it too and now we are both living better simpler lives. Only regret is wishing I had done it sooner
I did prk in 2018 for 1400$, it was my birthday gift, best gift ever.. I didn’t read or think about before..I’m glad that it worked for me, and feel sorry for other who still suffer from the surgery.
Are people suffering from the surgery??
@@pi5272Any surgery has risk.
@@pi5272yes, it's like everything, there's always a failure even if it somehow was 99% safe.
Where tou did it?
@@NurEWaziaMim Dubai
I received PRK in 2002 from the Navy. I had my surgery with Seal Team 6 at Norfolk, VA(I was the only Marine that day getting surgery). 22 years later, my vision is perfect. No complications. I do remember how painful the PRK surgery recovery was... for a few days I felt like I was dying.
Like sandpaper on your eyes right?
@@ze3bar YES! Like my eyes being rubbed with sandpaper! I had a few episodes like that a month or two after the surgery. Lots of eye drops!
@@patrickfish2304 yeah man for 3 days it was my worst nightmare
No dry eyes anymore? How long after surgery for no dry eyes with prk?
@@TheLazyLifterr I get occasional dry eyes but refresh eye drops are my friend!
My whole body hurts from watching and hearing this.
FAX
Lmao true
Hahahahah same
I'm so glad you did this video Dr Allen. Everything was explained in terms that laypersons can easily understand. Keep up the great work! Could you possibly do a future video about Basement Membrane disease? My oldest sister had PK laser surgery for that about fourteen years ago.
How is her vision now please?
This is life changing! Best decision. Im already in my 16th days in PRK. My eyes is already 20/20 right and my left is 20/30. Still healing. But i see the world clearly. Always trust your surgeon and always pray in god. The healing process is very painful. But in the end of the day your going to smile and laugh because your going to see the true color of the world! 🤗 The 1st and 2nd day is very painful. But after many days your vision is going clear and healed.
How is it now?
How is it now 1 year after? are there any lasting effects?
Tell us how is your eyes now ?
No way I’m messing with my eyes. How many lasix suicides have there been?
Oh my goodness I'm scared after reading these replies. I was thinking of getting lasik done because I absolutely hate glasses and scared of contact lenses. I watched your videos on contacts and now thinking of getting some! Your video really helped! Thank you!
What did you do?
I had prk 8 years ago. Hated it. Vision still gets blurry during the day. Night vision is horrible. And I still get a lot of ghosting. 👎
Probably affected by the technology at the time maybe, but now with better technology i think it probably will be fine. And this is after all a professional eye health doctor, he knows what he's talking about. You're probably handled by a bad doctors maybe, but i don't really know.
Same with me. I got it just last year. Thumbs down from me too.
@karan buttar I am not sure whether or not I should get a follow up procedure done.
karan buttar it wasn’t recommended because my eyes were way too dry after the first surgery. Plus I was having too much trouble reading after the surgery because my near sighted vision was so bad the first few years, and an enhancement would’ve just made my nearsighted vision worse.
I got it like 2 months ago i see perfect. No disadvantages at all. You may not followed healing guide or had bad doctor
Looks like I’m wearing glasses for the rest of my life!!
Or contacts😅
Was highly considering lasik before reading this comment section😟
@@fluffypolarbear8975 same😔
Lasik Surgery ruclips.net/video/JFW2nKZ_g3M/видео.html
i dont blame you, it takes balls to do the surgery. YOLO
When that alcohol solution weakened the eye and it was peeled back I have never cringed so hard in my life😂😯
haha try watching one in real person some time.
@@DoctorEyeHealth prk recovery time ?
I think I'll stick to my soft contact lenses...
Very interesting video. I'm a professional airline pilot who's just undertaken PRK surgery, advised by the specialist who said that PRK was the best procedures for me, exactly for the reasons you detailed on the video: thickness of the cornea and dryness. Pilots work in an extremely dry environment, where the relative humidity can reach as low as 5%. I can confirm that PRK recovery is slow and not linear in the first days after the surgery so patience and rest are important.
woah.
so how much it cost?
How long did it take for you to have functional sight?
So how's your eye now? Please we need to know
@@Laharl42 I have a private insurance so I got a discounted price of roughly 1600 euros/both eyes.
@@cmfrtblynmb02 It depends on the type of technique used in my case it took at least a week to be able to read a screen or the mobile. But now I see perfectly and I removed the restriction after the Medical Class 1
Yeah someone would have to knock me unconscious for either one of these
Personally I just had LASIK, just this past Thursday, I am 36 years old. The immediate result was obviously slightly “blurry” spending a whole day with my eyes closed was not enjoyable lol. But now , nearly a week out my vision is for the lack of a better term... amazing. I can see well beyond what I was even able too see with contacts (worn for about 18 years). Anyone who gets it , best of luck! It’s truly an otherworldly experience!!!
How are you doing with it a year later? Any night vision issues or close-up vision issues?
@@RabidNemo doing very well , had a checkup and everything is above board. No dryness, no negatives too speak of!
@@campingwithasocom1947 glad to hear it! I'm thinking of having it done even though I'm 28 my doctor told me that it would be a good idea to do it at a younger age if I can especially because I can afford it. I've noticed over the last 2 years that my distance vision has really gone and even finer details on the TV are hard to make out sometimes it's almost like the light just isn't refracting correctly
Not until you receive a Knock out at a Pub the flap will dislodge and hang loose EMERGENCY RM for sure Dude
@@chavale2Not everyone's an alcoholic like you.
"Pahimetry" was translated "pig chemistry" ;p
😲😂😂🤣 Thanks for letting me know! I will have to fix that lol
@@DoctorEyeHealth you nevet did 👁️
I had lasik I’ve a year ago and my life has never been the same. Dry eyes, nerve damage, eyelid damage. I can barely function and have spent over 10 grand in treatments that don’t help. Run run run.
It breaks my heart to hear that Dawn. Im very sorry. Has anything helped the dryness?
Scleral contact lenses for dry eyes maybe a consideration. Please check with your local Optometrist since many Ophtalmologists do not specialize in these type of contact lenses.
A young reporter killed herself after getting lasik because of the pain after. I hope you get better. Thank you for your warning
@@mikemc4340 Several people have committed sucide after surgery, due to dryness, sensitivity to light, double, triple vision, halos around lights and pain…. Find a good Dr. who knows how to fit proper contact lenses.
Then you probably did something wrong on your part
I had PRK done last September. It is honestly the best decision that I have ever made! I wore glasses for 20 years because I had an astigmatism and a prescription of a -3.0 on my right eye and a -2.75 on my left. My vision is currently at 20/20 & I love it more than words can express! 🐻❄️
Omg! Thanks for sharing. My vision is that right now
How is your vision now please do you have better than 20/20?
Then why are you wearing glasses in your profile pic ?
@@AlejandroRodriguez-gs3kh i did ebk 2 weeks ago but i still gonna put glasses without number because it fits my face better then without
I hear I might have to wear glasses after getting PRK. Are those glasses permanent? If so, then I don't see how PRK would be worth it.
*Me before the video* Glasses suck, maybe I should get an eye surgery
*Me after seeing a cornea being removed* Nope, nope, nope... I love my glasses they are so stylish.
😃🤣💯
Glasses or contacts are actually very bad for your eyes and laser surgery doesn't solve or fix the problem.
Please search for Dr. Bates Method, Meir Schneider and Janet Goodrich.
Knowing my luck I would never voluntarily have an eye surgery. The doctor would probably mess it up
I've been wanted to getting LASIK for forever, but after considering all eye doctors wear eye glasses or contact lenses gave me huge doubts about that. I would get it, if more than 60% of eye doctors had a procedure and r still encouraging their patients to get it.
Haliun Haliuka Great observation! I’ve noticed that myself so I will stick to glasses and contacts! This video kind of made me scared about getting the doctor explain all the after care that you still have to do. I already have dry eyes so forget all these !
YES! this is what I noticed and will to go with contacts, I don't want to risk my eyesight or have discomfort for the rest of my life
I agree but to be fair if ur over 45 you need reading glasses so many of these older docs might have had it but are wearing progressives.
Eye doctor is in the business of eyeglasses and contacts so it is not all that strange .Lasik doctor wearing glasses is what you need to be worried about.
@K M if you get LASIK you wouldn't need that eye doctor anymore. Unless your doctor performs lasik they have no reason to push it to you when they get money from selling you contacts and glasses
This video has convinced me that I'm wearing contacts for the rest of my life. Thank you.
Contact lenses will definitely cause severe dry eye
Contacts messed up my eyes so bad! They destroyed my cornea and caused dry eyes. I wasn’t a candidate for lasik because of it, and had to have a lot of tests done to make sure I was a candidate for PRK. With that said, getting eye surgery (PRK) was the best decision I made. I only regret not doing it sooner. I was able to see pretty clearly (I saw the time from a clock on the wall) as soon as the surgery was over. My vision only improved from there. I had a really great doctor and my results are amazing with no issues.
or will you??? try out endmyopia.org
@@itshardeepdude I have worn contact lenses since 1962, and do not have dry eyes...
lol contact lens sucks, imagine getting fked by the wind and having to put them and take then out every time. Also its uncomfortable inside eyes and we shouldnt be putting things in our eye either. Either do surgery or weat glasses is better option.
Don't do lasik or PRK. I had my eyes trashed by a doctor who claimed he did over 70,000 procedures! He didn't explain the risks in my case. He just wanted money. Don't risk your eyes. It's not worth it.
don't listen to this prick.
He probably went for a cheap doctor and I can't believe he believes the doctor who claimed who had done over 70,000 procedures.
I’m hoping you researched this doctor before undergoing surgery, despite his claims. It’s very easy to look up other patient’s reviews, you can also look a doctor up through the medical review board, etc.
@@007kuntasod 70,000 procedures at roughly 10 minutes per eye on average is 1,400,000 minutes. Imagine that a surgeon has an office where optometrists also work and he has a secretary to manage schedules and there is a distribution of labor. Now imagine that office operates 40 hours a week. (I am sure many surgeons work much more than this, because if they did not they would not have been top of their class in medical school). 40 hours is equal to 2,400 minutes or 120 procedures. 70,000 procedures ÷ 120 procedures per week = 583⅓ weeks. Now let's pretend there were 52 weeks in a year(and ignore that 7*52=364 and leap years where there are two extra days). Are you saying that the surgeon could not have operated and performed lasik for the past 11 years, 11⅓ weeks?! Is that what you are claiming?! IN 2020?!! My mom got LASIK in 1980 so it is at least a 40 year old procedure but you are saying a doctor cannot have even 12 years experience
I went to a doctor yesterday to get evaluated for PRK and LASIK. Due to some scarring on my right cornea I can't get LASIK for my right eye but I can probably get a PRK. She told me every side effect, the average recovery time, how the procedure works, etc.
@@007kuntasod He probably was cheaper if he performed that many surgeries. Or Tina Huston is lying.
No one in his or her right mind would have laser eye surgery if fully informed of the risks and consequences. Here's a list of 10 reasons to avoid this harmful surgery.
1. The LASIK flap never heals. Weak scar tissue around the flap edge holds it in place -- like a Tupperware lid. But the flap itself is not attached and can be accidentally dislodged for life. Moreover, the LASIK flap creates a permanent portal in the cornea, which exposes patients to increased risk of late onset corneal inflammation or infection.
2. The cornea is permanently thinner and weaker after LASIK. Corneal biomechanical failure (ectasia) may occur shortly after LASIK or many years -- even decades -- later. Young women of child-bearing age are at increased risk during pregnancy after LASIK.
3. Researchers have found that LASIK patients may need cataract surgery up to 15 years sooner than people who avoid LASIK. To add insult to injury, the LASIK-altered cornea causes problems with cataract surgery.
4. Osman et al. (2017) found that LASIK using the latest blade-free technology leads to posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) (floaters) in 85% of eyes that did not have pre-existing PVD.
5. LASIK leads to falsely low intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement, exposing patients to permanent vision loss from undiagnosed glaucoma.
6. Corneal nerves responsible for tear production are severed and destroyed during LASIK. No study at any time point has found that corneal nerves fully recover to normal densities and patterns after LASIK. Damaged nerves may lead to chronic dry eyes.
7. Injury to corneal nerves during LASIK may lead to incapacitating neuropathic eye pain.
8. Since LASIK does not eliminate the need for reading glasses after the age of 40 and studies show that visual outcomes of LASIK decline over time, virtually all LASIK patients will end up back in glasses - sometimes sooner rather than later.
9. The FDA's latest LASIK study found that up to 46% of subjects who reported seeing no visual distortions (halos, starbursts, glare, and ghosting) before LASIK reported visual distortions after LASIK, and up to 28% of subjects with no symptoms of dry eyes before LASIK developed dry eye symptoms after LASIK.
10. LASIK complications have led to corneal transplants, blindness, loss of eye, disability, unremitting eye pain, suicidal thoughts, and a number of actual suicides.
@Clementine Scott No. PRK carries many of the same risks and long-term consequences as LASIK, but in PRK you permanently lose Bowman's membrane, which is the cornea's protect barrier. Also, in PRK, the risk of corneal haze is so high that most surgeons use a toxic chemotherapy drug called mitomycin-C (MMC) to prevent haze. MMC is very harmful to the cornea and it's not FDA-approved for this use. MMC kills corneal cells and these surgeons don't know how that will affect the cornea and the eyes long term. I would NEVER consent to having MMC put into my eyes for an unnecessary surgery.
@Clementine Scott No, during PRK your Bowman's membrane is permanently destroyed. Bowman's membrane is the cornea's protective barrier. Also, most surgeons use a toxic chemotherapy drug called mitomycin-C (MMC) during PRK. I would NEVER consent to having MMC put into my eyes for an UNNECESSARY surgery! MMC is NOT FDA-approved for this use. Avoid laser eye surgery! Glasses are a blessing, not a curse!
I had PRK done in 2017 and have had great results! I was about a -4.00 in both eyes. After getting PRK it was about a month of recovery time for me but after that it was amazing. Could see and still see clearer than ever. I was informed about my eyes becoming a little more dryer than usual so I have experienced some common dryness but not even that bad. Way better than having to spend on glasses and contacts and manage those every day than every once in a while needing some eye drops. (About once a week) good results so far. Also I have unlimited touch ups depending on how much cornea I have left if vision start to regress.
I have the same vision. How long was it before you could drive and work?
@@spencerseibold4521 It was about 3 weeks or so. I was very, very sensitive to light the first week and could barely even look at my cellphone screen. I believe that is typical with PRK. I know with LASIK the recovery time is quicker since I believe it is less invasive but there are other risks associated such as the flap that will remain lifelong.
@@JennifersgJ lasik was an option for me. The biggest deciding factor was not having to worry about a flap coming off. Nobody told me about the pain. It was painful the following 30mins or so after leaving the office
I hear I might have to wear glasses after getting PRK. Are those glasses permanent? If so, then I don't see how PRK would be worth it.
@@lelouchvibritannia4028 it depends, if your vision is too bad maybe the doctors cant remove it all, but for sure it will improve alot
I had pkr 6 months ago and I regret I suffer everyday. This operation should never exist. it destroyed my life. the risk is too great and no solution to cure us.
Why would you choose pkr? Are you into contact sports?
why you didn't do lasik
I made the same mistake of choosing PRK. year later. Regretting it every day.
@@mominx2412 did it never work or did it start to worsen at one yea
@@t.w.553 in the beginning it was really good, but after a few weeks it went from bad to worse really quickly, I had a lot of haze in my eyes, and now I had another surgery done, still can't see for shit.
If you've been thinking about getting lasik, do it. The longer you wait, the more diminishing returns you have for it. Mine was $4000, but you can finance it and it's literally something you use every waking hour.
And contacts and glasses add up quickly
4k would get me a pretty sweet tattoo. I am fine with glasses/contacs.
@@redragna3648 youd rather put a tattoo on your body than fix a damaged part of yourself? Regain confidence
If I were you I would've get it done in Turkey. It costs 8.000 Turkish liras and that means 833 dollars. Our economy sucks and we have the best doctors lol
@@jshaka3769 I fail to see what confidence has to do with it. And yes, absolutely I'd get a tattoo over a risky surgery that can drastically reduce my quality of life and have pretty much neglegible benefits otherwise. Putting on glasses or contacts isn't exactly taking huge chunks of time out of my day.
The process of cutting your eye whilst awake is why I'll never have this done. Ever. Put me to sleep, sign me up. Keep me awake... Keep me away.
Many people feel that way I think
I had lasik in ‘05. Mono vision where 1 eye is set for up close and the other for distance. By 2010 I couldn’t read anymore w/o cheaters. It’s also VERY hard to see at night w/o a lot of light. So back I go for a tweaking on my reading eye. The doctor said they wanted to do PRK this time and wanted to start on far vision eye first.?? I could see fine in a distance. They did the RPK and the next day I was on my knees crying because of the pain in my eyeball!!! Worst I have ever felt. When I went back and told them they were like, really? Wow.
Needless to say I did not have 2nd eye done. I wear a reading contact in that eye.
I had a similar issue, the next day after the surgery the pain was horrible, I literally woke up in tears because of the pain. My eyes very wet because of tears and the painkillers were not helping. The pain lasted for about 6 hours. I didn't know there anesthesia in drops exists. Even with all that pain I worth it, I don't regret but If I had to do it again I would look for the anesthesia for eyes instead of the pills.
My Son had PRK, and says he would do it again in a heart beat! from something like 200/350 he had to have glasses. now 20/20 and is thrilled! no more glasses slipping down all the time, no more steaming up masks, no more having to adjust on face every so often especially when working out side or having to wear gloves and then moving glasses! or falling off when running! no more contacts in the morning, taking out at night if not sooner; and he also got a lifetime guarantee for the procedure. So I am now waiting for my consultation. while spendy, the savings on glasses and contacts will pay for it!
After reaidng these comments ,I'll stick with my 4day-glasses+3day-contact lenses style
Got PRK couple years ago, it has been great. Love it!!!
That is awesome! Glad to hear it went well. Is there a reason why you went iwth PRK vs LASIK?
@@DoctorEyeHealthsupposedly went with Lasik but due to the thicknesses of my cornea is to thin, went with PRK instead. 😊
@@RJ-sd6uc I'm getting it done on the 31st. Doctor said he'll measure the cornea the day of and help me decide but I'm leaning toward PRK. I don't like the idea of having a cornea 'flap' for the rest of my life. I don't care how 'secure' it is. lol
@@FillingTheGap1 wish you all the best, make sure to stock up food. Your bed and pillows will be your bestfriend for a week. 😊🤗
@Paradoxical Nightmare excellent! They told me I was a candidate for lasik and they were going to cut deeper. I was like noooppe. PRK me baby. For day 1 I can see well enough to drive. The right contact bandage stings a little.
Just have to say messed with my eyes too much had radial keratotomy in the 1990s had to go back twice as regression after 9months back to wearing glasses ,had custom lasek in 2013 again regressed back to glasses and poor night vision , had 2 pvds Weiss rings in each eye 2013 and 2015 like a complete fool had yag laser which did not solve , I'm living proof dont mess with your eyes.
Thanks for sharing your story, Im sorry you had to go through all of that. I know nobody wished that on you. I hope things can improve for you.
I had LASIK in 2009, since then my eyes are dryer and I see starburst/halos at night. I went to the most recommended surgeon and it was not cheap. I dont recomend eye surgery.
Dryness is a common side effect of Lasik, but it shouldn't last more than a few weeks or months. Perhaps the procedures back then were cruder than modern day Lasik surgery?
@@kingofbosnia2500 tell me the differences between modern and old lasik. Edit 2 weeks later: he didnt answer me, as I expected, because he has no idea of what he is talking about. Edit 2 months later: @BigBlitZ has not responded yet.
i believe the starbursts you see are the effects of astigmatism. i had lasik in 2011 and I am happy i can see with out glasses but the lasik didnt correct my astigmatism it just corrected my distance sight. I dont have the sharpness and crispness when looking at light dots or signs. maybe in the future I will get lasik to correct my astigmatism. I started getting migraines back in 2016 I think I get them because of my astigmatism.
@@j.s1805 No, I see starburst because at night my pupils dilate larger than the treated area of the surgery, if I turn on a lantern, or other source of light, near my eyes, my pupils contract, and starbursts dissapear.
Starbursts, halos, distorted vision is caused by presbyopia too. You could be developing it by any age. It’s just more noticeable at 40.
I had lasik done a month ago. Best thing ever!!!
Procedure lasted less than 15 minutes. Antibiotic eye drops and lubricating eye drops were given. My vision is great! I was wearing glasses and contacts for 19 years. No complications. The very next day I could see.
Good to know! How is your vision 2 years after the procedure?
Which treatment will be better for me? Shortsighted. Left eye -3.30, Right eye -1.25. Slight astigmatism but not severe. Left eye higher astigmatism than right eye.
My work requires lot of travel. I'm quite adventurous and run long marathons so I'd prefer not having the hassle to put contacts in every time before running nor wearing foggy glasses while running 💨
imo,, avoid LASIK
the Flap from LASIK can't heal
so, either PRK or SMILE,,
Consider to choose SMILE
Do PRK or SMILE before 40 yo. and when you have high lense ( -6.00 and above)
Below that, just stick with eyeglasses and stay away from contact lense,
contact lense will effect your cornea and eyeball shape
btw,, thoroughly research and compare eye surgery places,,,
History, equipment, doctor, etc
oh,, and low lense (-3.00 below), don't do eye surgery,,,
You'll experience vision correction moment before 40 yo ,, probably
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Thank you so much for this video, it has changed my life. I'm 28, I've been using glasses since 8 and I have never really thought about getting surgery, but seeing this video, all the pros and reading all the lifechanging experiences made me take the decision. I will get my surgery!!
How did it go? Did you take it yet? 😄
I still think laser surgery hasn’t been perfected yet, too many patients have complained of side effects. I’ll stick to contacts and glasses for now.
There are risks with anything we do in life.
@@brittyn And not many of those risks are as severe as losing your eyesight. Bad hair transplant? Ohh well get a new style. Lost vision? People literally commit suicide over that.
Lasik destroyed my life. After 5 years of surgery I developed corneal ectasia that prevents me from seeing well even with glasses. My night vision is hell.
That is so tough. Did the surgeon have any explanation for what happened?
@@DoctorEyeHealth All of my preoperative exams were perfect. My eyes were always very strong and healthy. The doctor told me it was just bad luck. This is a true Russian roulette. There are many desperately affected people in the world with their eyes damaged for life.
@@lizamadasso You likely had standard lasik done, theres more advanced procedures of lasik, look into Custom Waveprint Lasik, you have to consider extensive research before just going in for an elective eye surgery lol, just got mine done 2 days ago seeing 20/15 better then 20/20 :)
@@AimZOnPoint what's your current condition now? would you mind updating us
@@ohidotg Best decision I've ever made, just do your research and ask alot about your eligibility and you should be good!!!
I had Lasik 8.5 years ago. It was great, just had slight dry eyes. I ended up needing glasses for driving and watching tv though a year ago, and just had PRK last week. Definitely a harder recovery (lots of pain and discomfort for 2 days), and while my vision is still somewhat blurry 5 days later, it’s vastly improving every day!
ooh interesting you had both. so getting lasik didn’t disqualify you from getting a prk?
and you wouldnt have been able to get a second lasik? also, seems it’s been 4 months, how you doing now?
@@vladdraghici7237 correct, I could only get PRK and not Lasik a second time since there was already a “flap” created for the first procedure, too much time has passed that they can’t reuse it nor can they cut another. I’m feeling a lot better now, but I regularly need eye drops several times a day. My reading vision was awful during the healing process, which I wish they would’ve warned me about, since I work on a computer 40 hours a week! No issues now though. Nearly 100% back to normal.
@@brittyn Mhh so vision is back but you still need eyedrops. Were you told you'd eventually stop having to take them or will it be part of your routine, if you dont mind me asking too much haha
@@vladdraghici7237 I was always using eye drops after Lasik, just use them more often now. I think if I would’ve used them more regularly though, maybe it would’ve helped prevent my vision from worsening again.
I did lasik 10 yrs ago...my vision after lasik was very good but not fully recovered and now my eye sight is again weak ...so can I do prk or lasik retouching again ? Is it really painful... should I go for it or not
I went with lasik a month ago my vision is much better but i experience dry eye and i am using artificial tears 5 6 times a day and in the morning when I wake up my eyes hurt untill I put drops.. Dr is there a chance I got permanent dry eyes or they are just recovering? Im very concerned and worried 😟
I had PRK done about 10 years ago when I was 20 years old. It was successful but the recovery was painful at times. Still so worth it. Unfortunately my eyes have changed a bit since the surgery because I was very young and your eyes still can change until your about 25 I believe. But I still have good enough vision. I have had one permanent side effect which it starbursting when I look into certain lights at night. It is not too distracting though. Still overall so worth it for how much pain I went through wearing contacts.
Was it laser PRK?
How old were you when you got it done?
@@arizamumtihan9066 I was 20 years old
@@Tcorse22 what's the best age for eye surgery?
I had PRK two days ago! My vision is super blurry but good enough for me to write and read this. I was in extreme pain yesterday and the day of my surgery, but I am better now and proud of myself for having gone throug with this. Good luck to everyone who considers PRK or any other kind of surgery!
How is your vision now? I’m 2weeks in and my eye is still blurry
@@murderton07111 What was your vision before the surgery?
@@murderton07111 how is it now mate ?
@@murderton07111 How are you doing now? I had PRK around 26 days ago, and, while I can notice that my vision is sharp, I still have double vision in both eyes. I've been told it will take some time to correct, but I should just be patient and keep using my drops.
@@Mario07101997 it’s not blurry but I really don’t see a change I’m actually on my way to the eye dr as I write this lol also been having a little pain so I’ll update you later
I just had my LASIK procedure done this morning in both eyes. While the total time on the table was probably about 15 minutes, the actual laser time was only 22 seconds per eye. Other than feeling a little pressure while they were making the flap, I felt nothing. I was in and out of the building in less than and hour and a half. I was at 20/400 prior to the treatment, immediately after the treatment I was at 20/80, and my vision has noticeably improved since then. There are a lot of common side effects post-op like scratching, itching, watery eyes, burning sensation. For my part, I only experienced watery eyes and burning and boy did they burn! So thankful for numbing drops! Came home and slept for about five hours and now my eyes feel almost completely normal. There's one thing that with video doesn't mention about the LASIK procedure and that is you will temporarily experience complete loss of vision in the eye being treated. Don't panic, this only lasts for about 15 seconds, then it comes back. There's also a burning hair smell caused by a chemical used by the laser procedure. Don't worry, your hair is fine. Like I said, I just had it done only about 7 hours ago so my results aren't complete, but I can already tell that is going to be some of the best money I ever spent.
4 months later, update?
@@jayzeuskhrist1877 It is one of the best things I've ever done for myself! My eyes have healed perfectly and my vision is at 20/15. No irritation, night vision issues, nothing. My vision is every bit as good as it ever was using corrective lenses. I cannot recommend this procedure enough!
@@atbrow84 I hope you don't mind me asking but how old are you?
@@dunjaluk9698 Not at all. I’m 37.
May I ask about the dryness of eyes after your procedure, especially now? Thanks!
I had PRK 9 years back. My vision is perfect but I have a lot of problem watching screens. I get eye pain which progresses to headache and nausea after prolonged watching. Recently it has become so bad that I never look at any screen without wearing my UV protection glasses. And the glasses just give me more time before the eye pain and headache but do not completely prevent it.
Your ability to speak in a way that anybody can understand is not an easy task, and I hope to be the same way when I am in your shoes Doc.
This video helped ease my concerns with laser eye surgery. I just had PRK done and it's only been a week, but I have zero side effects so far. Vision is slightly better which I am told keeps improving. My only issue was that the eye drop Ketorolac really was stinging my eyes each time I used it, so the doc gave me the okay to stop. I just want to say thank you so much for the information. I went back and forth about this decision for at least 5 years and happy that I finally did it.
I'm having it tomorrow, smart surf prk
@@Bolter024 Awesome. Congrats. Yeah, the horror stories scared me for a long time. I understand they exist but that's the risk of surgery. Plenty of people, including myself have had wonderful results. Good luck with your surgery tomorrow!
@@Kylie-ry5ff Thanks 🙂
what was your prescription before surgery btw ?
@@Bolter024 OMG i want to do smartsurface prk so bad but here in France we don't have it!!!! How is your vision now please and did you reach 20/20?
@@souleymeneabbadi3891 I did yes :)
I can’t give a definite comment, but I know my grandpa had eye surgery to correct his vision (not sure which type). A year later he ended up needing glasses again and went blind in one eye. I was looking into eye surgery a year before applying for the FBI but I think I’ll have to stick with contacts 😅
Folks, I’m two months out and I wish I would of not done it. I’m a detail oriented person and this has been a big regret for me. The doctors don’t tell you everything. Only the good parts.
I see 20/20, but is no where as good as glasses and contacts-the vision is more hazy. I see way worst at night. Worst of all I now have tons of eye floaters, the sky just became uglier when I look at it.
And I play contacts sports, but they still recommend lasik? Why, now that I’ve done more research the only possible explanation is money.
My point is this, forget their assessment, get assessed by an outside doctor and do tons of research. If you insist on correction, then get PRK (a month of inconvenience is nothing). But honestly it’s not worth it, in my most honest opinion- 20/20 or not.
I was really busy and going through a lot at the time, I made made a rushed choice. I regret not taking the time for research.
Don’t trust the docs opinion, bottom line when money is involve they don’t have your best interest at heart, even if they are nice or kind; that’s just human nature.
thanks for this honest review
What operation did you have? Do you have dry eyes?
Almost five years after my LASIK Surgery and I'm still suffering with extremely bad vision which I didn't have before surgery. There is no help after such a surgery. I do not recommend getting it.
Thanks for sharing...sorry to hear you are struggling
@DoctorEyeHealth, about 10 months ago I have started to see the sun brighter than before; and it is producing a glare effect - if outside when the sky is bright; but overcast so that the ground is darker; all shadowy things are not as dark/contrast as before. If I cover the sky out of my field of vision; this fixes it. It is as if the brighter light from the sky is making the whole image washed out, even when I am looking at the ground. 8 doctors said I have no cataracts and no retinal damage. What could be causing this?
Go see ophthalmologist not optometrist.
My aunt had Lasix and is EXTREMELY happy she did it. 20+years later and seeing great! It was very new when she got it done so I'm sure in the time that has passed it has gotten a lot better too.
My mom got it 25 years ago and she says it was the best thing she ever did. Still seeing 20/20.
Thank you both for commenting. It’s good to know these surgeries can be done and have great long-term effects.
Having LASIK done on my eyes was one of the best decisions in my life. The convenience and comfort afterwards is priceless.
Hii I have very weak eyesight and wanted to do lasik how is it going is it worth it
I heard after lasik you can go to swimming or play much sports is it true (sorry to disturb it just living without glasses is just like a dream )
It works for most people. I have a colleague, though, for whom Lasik didn’t work out too well and she continued to wear glasses afterwards. For me, however, the doctor who made it was really good. When I had it done, after the operation, I had to avoid sunlight for about a day and basically tried to have my eyes closed or with sunglasses the whole time. But afterwards, my vision was perfect. But my eyesight was not that bad to begin with. Important is to find a very good doctor, have them check your eyes if it even qualifies to have the procedure done and follow instructions carefully before, during and after the procedure. For me, it was totally worth it but like I said, it doesn’t work out well for everyone. And it was explained that your eyesight will eventually still undergo natural age-related deterioration.
@@riaconradt2554 thank youu so much for replying I'll take time to find a good doctor. Thanks once again
Very nice video!
Although, I must say I was flabbergasted by something - the notion that insurances usually don't cover refractive or laser eye surgery... I mean, WTH??
Most of the things we do on a regular basis (reading, writing, working with computer screens, driving, typing, watching movies... even just WALKING, going from place A to B) rely heavily on vision acuteness and depth perception. Visual contact and being able to "read" facial expressions is a cornerstone for social and emotional communication, from presentations and interviews to just regular conversations.
How on the gods' green earth can anyone deem this as "not as important" as a healthy heart, bones, kidneys, or whatever? How can anyone think "Oh, whatever, just turn out your pockets and get some glasses on"? And who gets to say "your eyesight is bad enough to be considered, but his/hers is not"? Don't we all deserve to perceive the world around us in all its beauty of different colours, shapes, depths, and sizes?
(Sorry for the rant - learning about this really touched a nerve...)
My ophthalmologist said even after the PRK surgery there is chance that the eye vision may not be perfect and there could be still the eye power may not become zero. So is there any comments on this?
Yep, it is true that the eye vision may not be absolute perfect. But the vast majority of people will achieve 20/20 vision after the procedure.
I literally have eagle vision after my PRK. lol. When flying commercial, I can look down out the window and actually see people on the ground from 35k feet.
That's incredible !
I got PRK via the Army 5 years ago. I'm very glad I had it done. The recovery was rough because you just had your cornea scraped off, and you are having it healed back. But its nothing intolerable. Ide rather have a new Cornea along with new vision.
Had PRK about 17 years ago while in the military. My experience is consistent with what the Dr. shared. Couldn't be happier with the result, even 17 years later!
What's ur eyepower
20/10 last time it was checked.
@@mwswarrior Your eye power before you did prk please?
How is your vision now? Or any night vision problem or glare or halos problems?
20/200
I went through PRK surgery last year on 1st may 2019 but still my vision is not clear as compared to previous when i was wearing glasses and still having dry eye issue.
Can you please suggest me what to do.
Scleral contact lenses may be the answer ...
@@1953childstar Thanks for the info.
I had PRK done 20 years ago and have way beyond 20/20. My DR is amazed. No haze at night. My DR said the military would not be able to tell I had it done.
I had TransPRK Laser surgery 3 months ago but I have still a blurred vision... I can't use my phone very well... Feel pain while using mobile phone... I'm worried... There's drops effect and dryness...
I underwent PRK 2 MONTHS BACK.
My eye power were-2.0 &-1.75 (0D & 0S)
and very little astigmatism
Procedure was only 15 min for both eye.
8 hours after surgery was perfect, no pain
and vision was also 20/20.
Next day morning, my eye started watering.
nose also started running, lot of
photophobia and pain. This painful period
lasts for 4 days, worse in day 2-3,and ther
pain & photophobia got reliefed.
During this time my vision also decreased
significantly, can't see mobile, can't
message anyone, can't call anyone from my
phone and far vision also got worse.
On day 5, bandage contact lens was
removed by my doctor
After day 5-7 things started improvinge
no pain, no watering, no photophobia, yet
vision was better but not perfect. Had some
night halo around bright object, flare around
normal object, and is disturbing in reading
books.
After 2 weeks of surgery, my vision was
almost normal 20/20. Now my vision is
supernormal and still improving
Regarding dry eye symptoms, after 4-5 days
after surgery it's started bothering me, I
have to put 1% carboxymethylcellulose drops almost every hourly, and putting 2%
carboxymethylcellulose gel in night.
Sometime when I wake up in morning, my
Both eye lid get used to stick together,
Indicating dry eye symptoms. But after 45
Days of surgery, dry eye symptoms also
Gone,
Done Schmier test recently, which is same
As preop status, 14 & 12 mm in 5 min
Duration.
So now after almost 2 months follow up,
My vision is supernormal, no dryness in eye,
No hazing in cornea, no halo, no glare or
Flare in vision, looks like
Though my doctor told me to continue
Artifical tear drop and 100% protected UV
Sunglasses for total of 6 months post
Surgery and I am following her instructions.
My steroid drop duration is over, just using
NSAIDS eye drops SOS
So overall 1 000% satisfied with PRK,
Suggested to go for this flap less
Procedure PRK, and avoid LASIK, SMILE/
SILK etc as chances of dryness is way to
High in flap based procedure
One more advice, take vitaminC&D and/or
Multivitamin atleast one weak before
Surgery, because it helps in tissue healing
And immunosuppressive (to prevent
Corneal haze) postoperatively.
How much it costs for you for lasik ? even I have same eye sight
It costed me 60k INR
@@saurabhsinha4782 total or for one eye?
When have you did any itching or image is blurry?
Cost for both eye, all problem lasts for 5 days after procedure,
After that all fine, now it's more than 4 months, touchwood all going fine
I got lasik 6 years ago and I’m doing just fine
And you still have your glasses ON
I believe that picture was taken before the surgery .
Are you guys joking? That's not him. Lol Unless it is him and he sells paper for a living.
The doctor that did ur lasik sugery is a professional then
@@yeshiamangubat3330 ... every doctor is a professional...
after seeing those "star burst" patterns people describe, I completely put the laser treatment to rest.
Nothing beats not having a permanent flap cutted on the eye. All doctors in EU rather do prk.
This is insane. Are you serious!? The eye is the most fragile part of the body and needs to be protected. And you are literally describing and showing a video of "peeling" of an eye. Who needs to watch a horror movie when they can look up surgeons at work. If you have to watch your own eyes getting peeled without anesthetic and then burnt with a laser, that is completely unacceptable.
I'd rather walk to school with glasses than suffer this operation. I don't think this surgery can correct a limiter range of focus if it essentially places a permanent lens that can't be adjusted on top of the eye.
I thought about it but now that you explained the procedures so well there’s no way anybody is touching my eyes! I understand that there is a very high success rate but at 65 I think I will pursue contacts! Thank you so much for this and all the other videos you make! They’re clear and informational and I enjoy learning how I can best take care of my vision which I consider to be my most precious of the 5 senses!
I've had Lasik in 2006 and PRK a few weeks ago. Lasik is better, still recovering from PRK. If the doctor recommends either for you go with Lasik. PRK was intense!
Any updates on the matter?Thank you
Did the prk zap the flap off?
I wasn't a candidate for LASIK because of having thinner corneas and high prescription, but I was a candidate for PRK. I had it done about 6 months ago and it is the best thing I've ever done. The procedure was truly painless and I had no discomfort, but the recovery was rough. The first night and second day/night were hard to tolerate because it felt like the burning you get when cutting onions, but constantly, so it was difficult to handle. Day 3 I had minimal pain, but it was hard to keep my eyes open. Days 2 and 3, my eyes were really swollen and tearing a lot. Day 4 I went for a post op checkup. I wasn't supposed to get the contacts removed yet, but the doctor said my eyes had healed quickly so she removed them and my eyes immediately felt better. I was really sensitive to light the first two weeks and my vision wasn't stable the first week at all, but I was able to see relatively well. I was a -6.25 in each eye before the surgery so it was a big deal to me already. I had bad halos which made night time driving really hard for the first 3 weeks or so, but then they got better. They took over three months to go away completely. I never really had an issue with my eyes feeling dry, but I was told that if my vision starts to blur a bit, it's because my eyes are dry and I don't realize it, which definitely happens sometimes and the eye drops do help. After the first 3 weeks or so, my vision was mostly stable, but I'd notice I'd go through periods where I'd be a bit blurry for a little bit and then go back to normal for the first 4-5 months. I haven't experienced this in the last few weeks at all, which is good and my vision is at 20/15. What I will say is I'm sensitive to bright light sometimes. I spent 90% of March-June indoors because of the pandemic so I'm not sure if that's why, but it's not too bad.
Thanks for the great comment. I just went checkup and they also recommend PRK for me. I know the recovery is slow but it's the safer option. Hopefully everything will be fine after my surgery next week.
@@bakatmalaysia7010 Hi bro. Did you do PRK ? How are u today after 4 years. Is everything fine with your eyesight ?
The problem with "life change" slogan that it could be also for the worst scenario.
Don't do any of it. Not worth the risks. It's been 12 years and I regret LASIK everyday of my life. I have extreme dry eyes because of it. Not fun... I got it done from a very reputable place. It does not matter how great or experienced the Dr is. You can still have permanent damage.
Do not have any surgery done on your eyes. I had LASIK done last year in London and now suffer from severe dry eyes, before the surgery I never had dry eyes. My night vision is also worse. Spent £1000 already on dry eye treatment and the number keeps going up and up. Stick with glasses or contacts, do not get your eyes cut.
So very sorry to hear that... I hope you can find some relief.
I haven't had any issues never seen sharper in my life after trans prk
Absolutely.
Just had TransPRK (34 year old -600 with 200 astigmatism) done 2 weeks ago and I'm pretty happy with the results so far. Took about 5 days until vision got better (lens came out on Day 6) and was back to work on Day 10 but had to increase the fonts and take more breaks in front of the computer. Its slowly getting better and the halls and starbursts at night pretty much went away after day 3 or 4. Another thing to consider is the UV protection for PRK surgery as the Bowman's layer is gone. One is recommended to wear sunglasses for 1-2 months after surgery esp if you live in an area with a high UV index. Btw my wife also did it a month ago (-1200 with 100+ astigmatism) and she's super happy with the results.
Any updates almost a year post op?
@@SisiphoAmelieLeeZinja Never been better. I sometimes forget i was ever short sighted!
Y'all gotta learn that the people who are going to comment are VASTLY the ones who have negative experiences. They sought this video out to say to avoid it. You're missing the thousands of people that did not have a bad experience. Don't rely on RUclips comments for medical advice lol.
Woww nice advice.
The corea “kind of” self heals after lasik? How “kind of” are we talking?
I always wondered how did they invent those surgerys
Awesome video! I actually never even knew about PRK.
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!
My older brother had LASIK done. He never experienced any complications. His vision was around -4.5 or -5.0. He walks around, drives and does everything else with no issue. However, he had the procedure done at the age of 22 (which is obviously a bit too young) in 2008, and now he wears glasses only when he works on his laptop. But whenever I am around him, he never has problems with reading anything or seeing at night. He functions as normal.
Thanks for sharing. Are you considering it?
@@DoctorEyeHealth Yes, I have been considering it ever since my brother had done it. My current vision is -5.0 with astigmatism in both eyes (more so in my left eye). I have been planning on doing it when I turn 25 in 2 years time. Having vision as bad as mine makes activities such as going to the beach or a waterpark such an inconvenience because I constantly have to worry about my glasses. I feel that LASIK or PRK is worth it in the long run. Even if it's not perfect, I'd rather have -1.0 vision than -5.0.
If the glasses are due to hypermetropia, then it's most likely not related to LASIK from the start, so at least he can avoid dual-range glasses (which are a pain in the #$$ with their split FOVs), and sees normally when things are far. Good to know he has no side effects.
@@djgulstondid you end up doing it
@@macius04 I want to but I don't have the money for it yet.
Do you believe places like turkey and india do better quality Lasik procedures compared to united states
I had SMILE two years ago and it has destroyed my life. Unable to work, drive, or leave the house due to severe dry eyes and chronic nerve pain. I have poor uncorrectable vision. To top it off I still wear glasses. The lucrative industry is unregulated and unaccountable surgeons take excessive risks to maximise commercial gain.
That makes me so unhappy to hear!!! I am sorry things did not work out for you. Have you seen a doctor about specialty contact lenses such as sclerals? They may be able to help you.
@@DoctorEyeHealth Yes, unfortunately, my eyes are too dry and sensitive for sclerals. I wish they would regulate the industry to stop this happening again and again. I dont feel I am being cinical when I say that the majority of surgeons are more interested in playing down the risks and getting a sale than truly trying to inform the patient. People do not know the true horror of outcomes like mine and many others. Morris Waxler who instigated the FDA approval for Lasik now campaigns to have it suspended. Still no one listens and surgeons like mine continue doing what they do. It makes me feel sick.
My mom is a neuro-ophthalmologist and back when laser eye surgery was booming (I think it was first called LASEK?) she was very against it, seeing so many patients with vision loss. She is still against it so many years later. I wish I could get it, but I have severe dry eyes, very high index prescription, I just don't want to risk not being able to see at night. We have a surgeon in our practice who performs both PRK and LASIK, but it just makes me nervous.
your mom is smart
LASEK(Laser Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy) is somewhat of the same thing as PRK(Photorefractive keratectomy) when it comes to the eye surface. Not the same procedure as LASIK(Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis).
If she practiced so long ago, then it means that she witnessed several issues which have probably been either resolved or minimized due to the maturity of the procedure.
Went with the PRK myself, due to my skittishness of my corneal nerves being cut (dry eyes) and the flap dislodging if I faceplanted off of my dirtbike. Yeah the recovery was longer but was worth it for me. And not nearly as bad as the pain and recovery from orthopedic surrgery!
Thank you so much for this video. I’m 3 days post-LASIK and my right eye is still slightly blurry. Is this normal and if so, is it likely to fix itself over time or has my eye been under/overcorrected? Thank you!
Things can be a bit blurry afterwards depending on the healing, there is often a lot of dryness afterwards and that plays a factor into too. Best to keep using the eye drops as your doctors instructed and see them for your follow up appointments. Things do usually improve over time, but if there remains any problems after the healing period your surgeon will discuss having a touch up.
How's your eye now?
How are your eyes now? I had them done a week ago.
How permanent is dry eye after surgery? Is it a lifelong issue, or just some months after?
I had been wearing glasses since 3rd grade. In my early 20’s I tried Orthokeratology but it never really worked for me. This was before LASIK became available. Went back to wearing regular gas-perm or soft contacts until I scratched my corneas a few times in the late 90’s. So I went back to glasses until 2005. I went ahead with LASIK and never looked back. Aside from dryness and some glare from oncoming headlights, it is by far one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. Still have a slight amount of astigmatism but I went from severe near-sightedness to nearly 20/20 in both eyes. My recovery time was longer than most. It took over two weeks before I could see clearly. Everything was a little muddy during that recovery time and I was worried I made a huge mistake. Best decision ever. I do need read readers but I am in my 60’s. Thank you science!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
Stop doing these risky procedures on healthy eyes. I bitterly regret having surgery (I was undercorrected, left with astigmatism, awful night vision, starbursts, halos, glare, floaters, dry eye) and wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
I discovered I had astigmatism last week, I don't think it is that bad for me but honestly I am unsure.
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