LASIK Eye Surgery Questions and Answers

Question:

I have been using contact lenses for about 7 years. The problem is that I still need to change my prescription frequently, annually, (now -6.25) I'm 26 years old. Also, weekly contact lense stayed for a day or two then move from my eye!! Is LASIK a right way for such sharp myopia and if not what other possible ways to get rid of glasses and contact lenses.

Answer:

LASIK is an ideal solution for people that are having contact lens problems. Please schedule an appointment for a complimentary consultation at your convenience, and we can review your situation much more thoroughly. Sincerely, John Zdral, M.D.

John D. Zdral, M.D.
Fullerton, CA

Question:

I had PRK surgery done on my right eye a week and a half ago. I have hypermetropia (this is how it is called in Spanish). I chose this procedure over lasik because my ophthalmologist said it was safer and more precise. My operation was on a Thursday and my doctor said that by Monday my eye was to have healed and he would be removing the protective contact lens. On Monday he said that there was a small part in the center that had not healed and that we would wait until Wednesday. This happened again on Friday and yesterday (Monday) he told me that if by Thursday it had not healed he wanted to scrape my eve again. I am not seeing well through the operated eye. Definitely worse that I did before the operation and my vision is very hazy. I also have acute discomfort all of the time. I am not willing to have this doctor scrape my eye again without a few other opinions and I am willing to travel wherever I have to in order to confer with the leading authority in the field (I live in Puerto Rico), The problem is finding out who the leading authority is. ...

Answer:

Dear Keller, Thank you for you letter. It sounds like the surface layer of epithelium(which is removed during PRK) has not grown back yet. Until this tissue heals completely it is normal to see "hazy" and to have discomfort. Sometimes the only way to help the tissue heal is to rescrape the cornea. I suggest that you continue with your original doctor until this healing is complete. Hypermetropia always takes longer to heal than myopia so you should be patient, I'm sure things will get better soon. Sincerely, Dr. Alexandra Chebil

Question:

I have terrible eyesight. i.e. Stigmatisms in both eyes. Can it be corrected? and if so how much would it cost? Does HMO insurance cover any of the cost?

Answer:

Astigmatism is best treated by LASIK. You need to check with your HMO to see if they have benefits that include refractive surgery.

Byron Stratas, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Wilmington, NC

Question:

How do I find out if I am a good candidate for the LASIK procedure? I am nearsighted, but my eyes are very different. One eye is about a -6.5, and the other eye is about a -2. Thanks. Also, is this procedure allowed by HMO insurance?

Answer:

Your eyes are well within the range for LASIK treatment. I would encourage you to come into the office for a consultation, at which time we can review all of your options. Typically, the LASIK procedure is not covered by insurance, but we will be happy to check for you. Sincerely, John Zdral, M.D.

John D. Zdral, M.D.
Fullerton, CA

Question:

Does this treatment help Keratoconus

Answer:

Lasik is not recommended for keratoconus as yet. New treatment protocols may allow this in the future, but I would wait for their evalulation before proceeding. Donald Tingley. MD

Question:

At this time, does LASIK correct for both astigmatism & myopia?

Answer:

Yes, LASIK is able to correct both astigmatism and myopia. It is also able to work when doing hyperopia. DT

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