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  • female
  • 40 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My doctor noticed an old faint linear scar on my cornea during an exam but said it's normal and didn't suggest surgery why wouldn't they recommend removing it if it's a scar? Should I be concerned about it affecting my vision later?

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Phototherapeutic Keratectomy (PTK)

PTK is a laser procedure that removes superficial scars and smooths the corneal surface

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Consult a Ophthalmologist

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