• Female
• 30 Years
• 14/08/2025

can i get coverage for squint eye surgery under my star health insurance policy or do i need to check specific terms for that

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Can PRK surgery be detected during a railway medical exam since it's not allowed for the job I know LASIK is also banned but I'm more worried about PRK showing up on their eye tests

PRK can be detected during a railway medical exam, although it's not as easily detected as LASIK. While LASIK involves creating a flap that can be seen, PRK doesn't, making it more difficult to detect with standard slit lamp examinations. However, advanced tests like corneal topography can detect PRK, and some residual scarring from PRK can also be visible on slit lamp examination.

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I've been looking into LASIK surgery options lately and stumbled across keratoconus. I'm 22 and have had pretty stable glasses prescription for the last 3 years with no major vision issues, but my astigmatism is pretty high (sph 6, cyl 2.75). Could this mean I might have keratoconus or am I just overthinking it? Is there a way to rule this out for sure?

ophthal opinion is advised to the patient.

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my mom has white cataract and i'm really worried about it how soon should we get the surgery done and what's the approximate cost in delhi

White cataract needs prompt surgery to restore vision; cost in Delhi ranges ₹15,000–60,000 depending on center and lens used.

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