How can a doctor tell if someone had PRK since it doesn't leave visible marks or a flap under a slit lamp? What signs would they look for?

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It's been a year since my PRK surgery but I still need to use lubricating eye drops 4 times a day. Why aren't my eyes back to normal yet? How long does it usually take for dry eyes to fully heal after PRK?

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I had cataract surgery 4 months ago and was prescribed systane ultra eye drops with polyethylene glycol and propylene glycol to use twice daily for a year. It's quite expensive are there any other options for managing dry eyes that might be more affordable? Sometimes my eyes still feel dry even with the drops.

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I had surgery about a month and a half ago, and my daytime vision is clear, but as soon as evening comes, everything gets really blurry. Even small text inside or outside looks hazy in artificial light, though it's sharp in sunlight or mornings. Is this normal? The blurriness in low light is uncomfortable and makes it hard to see details.

Yes, this is a common experience after surgery, particularly eye surgery like LASIK or cataract surgery. Blurry vision, especially in low light, can be a temporary side effect as your eyes and brain adjust to the new conditions. It's often related to healing processes, dry eyes, or how the eye processes light.

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