My 14-year-old niece is scheduled for LASIK surgery to fix her really bad eyesight, and we're all a bit nervous about how it'll go. What are the actual success rates for LASIK recovery in someone her age? How long does it usually take to fully recover, and are there any major risks we should watch out for after the surgery?

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I have 660 vision in my left eye with glasses and 69 vision in my right eye with glasses. My left eye has a power of 7D and my right eye is 2.75D. I'm 16 years old and really worried can this be fixed with surgery or will I have to live with this forever? Also, will my right eye keep getting worse over time? Am I at risk of going blind in both eyes as I get older?

Your vision can be improved with surgery such as LASIK or ICL, especially if progression stops. Follow-up is essential to monitor long-term stability.

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My vision is 66 in both eyes with glasses and I have a high power of 7D. Is Lasik surgery an option for me to get rid of glasses and have normal vision?

With power of -7D, LASIK is possible if corneal thickness allows; consult for topography‚Äîoptions like SMILE or ICL may be better in high myopia.

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my eyes have a power of 5 at age 28 is lasik surgery a good option for me and can you suggest some reliable hospitals in kolkata for the procedure

At age 28 with a -5 diopter prescription, LASIK surgery is a good option for correcting your vision. Many surgeons consider the age range between 20 and 40 ideal for LASIK, as vision tends to stabilize during these years. A prescription of -5 diopters is within the range typically considered suitable for LASIK.

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