Can Contoura vision surgery be spotted during a regular eye checkup with a slit lamp or corneal topography? If not, how would a doctor actually detect it?

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Contoura Vision surgery can be detected during specialized eye exams, particularly those involving corneal topography and slit-lamp examination. While it's not easily spotted during routine eye checkups, advanced diagnostic techniques can reveal the subtle changes in the cornea caused by the procedure

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what are the side effects of squint surgery and is it risky i really want to fix my squint but i'm worried about the risks can you tell me more about the possible side effects

Risks and Potential Side Effects Transient pain: It is usual to have transient pain, redness, and irritation in and around the operated eye after squint surgery. ... Double Vision: ... Over-treatment or Under-Correction: ... Chronic Misalignment: ... Infection: ... Scarring: ... Alterations in Vision: ... Complications of Anesthesia

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my right eye has a minor retinal detachment seen on OCT and fluorescence angiography causing some blurry vision is surgery the only way to fix this or are there other options

Small retinal detachments may be treated with laser or observation; surgery is advised if symptoms worsen or fluid spreads.

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I've been dealing with strabismus and exotropia for a while and read about surgery being an option. Is surgery the only way to fix this or are there other treatments I could try? Also, could you suggest where I should go for treatment and roughly how much it might cost? Lately, it's been really affecting my confidence, especially in professional settings where eye contact matters a lot.

ophthal opinion is advised for tt.

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