Risks From Lasik Eye Surgery Procedure

There are many people who have to live with wearing contacts and glasses for the rest of their lives because of their poor vision. For many this can keep them from doing things that they love. So why not consider something more permanent like lasik eye surgery?

Many people are pleased with the results from the procedure and feel that they can live life with less problems. However, like with any medical procedure there are certain risks from lasik eye surgery. Before you make the decision to use lasik eye surgery you should be made aware of these risks.

Patients can lose vision. There are a few patients who have lost the lines of vision that are on the vision chart. This problem cannot be corrected with contacts, glasses, or any type of surgery.

Patients develop visual symptoms that are debilitating. These symptoms include double vision, halos, and glares that can seriously affect the way they see a night. Even if they seem to have good vision on the vision chart these patients will not see very well in low contrast situations - like at night or when it is foggy.

There is a risk that you will either be under treated or possibly even over treated. There is only a small percentage of patients who will be given 20/20 vision without the use of contacts or glasses. You may need additional treatment - but it may not be possible. There is a chance that you will still need to use contacts or glasses after the procedure.

There are some patients that suffer from severe dry eye syndrome. After the procedure is over your eye may not be able to produce enough tears to keep your eyes moist. Dry eyes is uncomfortable and can cause blurriness and other visual symptoms. You may need intensive drop therapy and other procedures to fix this problem.