I'm thinking about getting LASIK surgery but I'm worried about the side effects like dry eyes how long does that usually last and are there other complications I should know about

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Dry eyes after LASIK usually last 1‚Äì3 months; other rare risks include glare, halos, or undercorrection‚Äîuse lubricants and follow up closely for better outcome.

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