My eye power is -11 in both eyes and I really want to get rid of my glasses. Is there any treatment or surgery that can help me? Could you suggest what options might work for my case?

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If you're tired of wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses, you may wonder whether LASIK surgery is right for you. LASIK is short for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis. It is a surgery to correct blurry vision. The result of LASIK surgery for more than 99% of people is 20/40 vision or better.

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I'm considering Lasik surgery and have a high spherical number around 7 with a bit of cylindrical correction at 1. My cornea thickness is over 540 in both eyes. With these numbers, which Lasik option would work best for me Blade Lasik, Bladeless Lasik, or Contoura Vision? I'm a little unsure about the differences and which one would be safest and most effective for my case.

opthal opinion is advised.

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I had keratoconus surgery in my left eye back in April 2016 and currently use spectacles for it. We just moved to Mumbai, specifically Andheri West, and I'm looking for a good cornea specialist or surgeon here. Can you recommend someone experienced with keratoconus cases?

There are many hospitals and clinics equipped with cornea services. However You can consult dr pooja agrawal Andheri west

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Is stem cell surgery available in India or abroad for treatment to GlaucomaBest hospitals or doctors in Delhi Ncr

Stem cell therapy for glaucoma treatment is available in India and abroad, with Delhi/NCR offering options like Stem Cell Care India. While research is ongoing, stem cells are being explored for their potential to protect the optic nerve and potentially delay vision loss. India is also known as a medical tourism destination for stem cell therapy.

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