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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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

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I have a cylindrical power of 0.75 with a 180-degree axis in my right eye and in my left eye, it's sph 0.25 with cyl 0.75 and a 180-degree axis. My friends say wearing glasses can make my problem worse should I consider surgery for this?

Lasik surgery is advised to the patient.Eye glasses ,contact lenses,IOL lenses implantation and also correction of refractory errors is advised to the patient.

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Why isn't a small difference like 0.5D seen as a big deal for Lasik surgery? I'm curious because I've heard mixed opinions and want to understand if it really makes a difference in outcomes

refractory error correction and visual acuity tests advised followed by an ophtahmologist opinion .

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I'm currently using cylindrical glasses with a power of 2.75 in my left eye and 1.25 in the right. Is there any surgery that can fix this issue permanently so I don't need glasses anymore?

Yes, there are surgical options like LASIK or SMILE that can correct cylindrical power (astigmatism) and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses. A detailed corneal mapping and eye evaluation by an ophthalmologist is necessary to determine if you're a suitable candidate.

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