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Problems in doing lasik operation
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Problems in doing lasik operation

by aks_sns, Oct 10, 2006 12:00AM
I m wearing contact lenses for last 12 years. I want to remove this lenses permanently. My age is 29years. What are the risk invovle in lasik operation? Is this operation is permanent cure for removing contact lenses. Also can you provide me the address in India where it can be done safely.

by Forum-OD-MP, Oct 10, 2006 12:00AM
dont know any lasik centers in India



yes, the procedure is permanent, but eventually you'll still need reading glasses (around age 45)



what are the risks?  



http://www.allaboutvision.com/visionsurgery/lasik_complication_1.htm
Member Comments (2)

by Dr. EIZenhower, Oct 10, 2006 12:00AM
See Dr. Kevin Waltz in Indy

by Felis, Oct 10, 2006 12:00AM
The original poster is in India, not in Indiana.
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