i had a corneal infection a while back and now i'm considering lasik surgery but i'm not sure if that makes me ineligible can you explain who typically can't get lasik and also what's the cost for a cornea mapping test

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Prior corneal infection may affect LASIK eligibility; corneal mapping (~‚Çπ1,500‚Äì‚Çπ3,000) is essential first.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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i have a -2.5 power for short sight and i'm considering laser eye surgery but i've heard there are risks involved can you tell me what kind of risks i should be aware of before going ahead with it

ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

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I have 1.5 sph and 0.25 cyl power in my right eye and 0.75 sph with 0.25 cyl in my left eye. I'm thinking about refractive surgery but not sure if my prescription makes me a good candidate. Also, between bladeless LASIK and SMILE, which one would be better for my case?

eye drops are advised ,for severe cases surgical excision is advised to the pt.

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i'm 22 and have -6 power in both eyes is lasik surgery a good option for me and what would be the cost

If the power of the lenses is not incresing,and constant,you can undergo lasik after 22,if you are fit for the lasik.The charges depend upon the type of lasik surgery, type of institution,and city,and surgeon. Pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

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