I'm 20 and have been wearing glasses for my short sight problem My friends keep suggesting I get eye surgery and I'm open to it if my age is suitable Could you tell me which option is safer and better between LASIK and laser surgery

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Yes, 20 is generally considered a suitable age for laser eye surgery like LASIK, as vision typically stabilizes by this age. Most doctors prefer to perform the surgery when the prescription has been stable for about a year. This allows for a more predictable outcome and reduces the chance of needing further corrections later.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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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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Looking for a good hospital near Kundanhalli Gate for squint surgery any recommendations? Also, what's the approximate cost for one eye?

Ranges between 70k-1.6L .

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My dad is 57 and needs cataract surgery but the hospital just quoted lens prices from 15k to 40k without explaining the differences. How do we pick the right lens what are the key features or benefits we should compare?

ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

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