is lasik surgery safe in the long run? i'm 27 and my prescription has been stable for a year at -5 and -4 in both eyes but i'm worried about potential side effects years later

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Yes, even with high myopia (20D) and snail track degeneration, you may still be a candidate for refractive eye surgery like LASIK or other options. However, the specific procedure and its suitability will depend on a thorough eye exam and evaluation of your individual case

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