I'm thinking about getting LASIK surgery but I'm worried about the side effects like dry eyes how long does that usually last and are there other complications I should know about

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Dry eyes after LASIK usually last 1‚Äì3 months; other rare risks include glare, halos, or undercorrection‚Äîuse lubricants and follow up closely for better outcome.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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my wife recently had lasik surgery and her vision improved from negative to positive could her eyesight go back to negative again in the future or are there any long-term risks we should know about

Regression after LASIK is rare but possible with age or eye strain; annual checkups are advised to detect early changes and prevent complications.

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