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I had lasik about 12 years ago.Like Syrah, I found the procedure uncomfortable and anxiety producing (wish I had taken something before hand). I also had a some challenges with one eye being dry for an extended period and needing drops.All that said, it worked and I didn't have to wear glasses for more than 10 years.Unfortunately, my eyes have gotten worse and now I am wearing glasses all of the time. If I could do lasik again to correct my current situation...I WOULD.As with any procedure, YOU MUST know what you are getting into and feel 100% comfortable with your doctor. If you don't, DO NOT go through with the procedure.Best of luck on whatever you decide.George
Nordkapp,I am not sure what procedure you are considering. I looked into it but did not get the surgery. I was not going to end up with what I call "stereo" vision. One eye was going to be for distance and the other for closeup/reading.The ophthalmologist fitted me with contact lenses as a trial because some people cannot function that way. I could not. Drove me crazy. It was horrible. I could not even read 10pt type used at work. Please note that was at least 15 years ago. Medical procedures may have changed by now. Be sure what you are getting into.I do need to add that, all these years later, I can still read very small print without my glasses. With the demo contact lenses I could not read anything without great effort and an eventual headache.Best of luck with whatever you decide.
My wife had it done years ago. Before the lasik her eyesight was extremely poor; she wore either contacts or glasses all the time.Her surgery was textbook smooth with zero complications. She thinks it was well worth the expense. As she ages though, she finds a need to wear cheaters to read.
Thank you all for the input. My vision is pretty lousy. -6.75 right eye and -5.75 left. I was told several years ago by my Dr I could do it but may then require reading glasses-which to me at this point in my life am willing to tolerate. I will certainly ask a lot of questions. If the success % doesn't sound good I am out.
I had it like 10 years ago. No discomfort during the procedure. Dry eyes for a couple of months but no pain. I drove to work the next day. I was about your case -- 5.75 and 5.5 and wore contacts for 25 years prior. Had slight astigmatism but not severe enough to need hard or gas perm lenses. I was on extended wear soft lenses until the surgery. I love waking up and not having to fiddle with glasses and I can still see my drives 250 yards down the fairway. Been great 10 years and it's the best 5k I spent in my life. I am beginning to need reading glasses (power 1.0 non prescription) but that's what happens at my age. There is always a chance of mishap on any surgery. I think the risk is low and the reward is very high with your non-corrected vision being where it is. Consider everything and definitely educate yourself with the procedures. Check out doctors and facilities. Choose a good one and do it.
