Is LASIK or laser eye surgery safe for teenagers in the long run I'm 22 with -3 eyesight in both eyes and wondering if it's a good option for me

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Yes, LASIK is safe at 22 for stable numbers‚Äîget corneal thickness and stability checked before deciding.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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My 5-year-old daughter has a squint in one eye that comes and goes it moves back to normal on its own. She does have eyesight issues, and I've noticed when she focuses, one eye drifts toward her nose. Is there a way to treat this without surgery? Also, could you recommend some good doctors for this?

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

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I've been diagnosed with a retina issue and my doctor recommended barrage laser surgery, but I'm really nervous about it they didn't make me feel confident about the procedure. Can you suggest a skilled and patient-friendly retina surgeon who specializes in barrage laser? I need to get this done soon but want to make sure I'm in good hands.

Barrage laser is safe and done to prevent retinal detachment; seek a retina specialist known for patient care‚Äîyour doctor can refer a trusted one.

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I have a vertical squint and I'm wondering if squint correction surgery is possible for adults. If yes, can you explain how the procedure works and what to expect?

ophthal opinion is advised .

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