My eyesight is power right eye 6 and left eye 6.5 with cornea thickness 490. I'm trying to figure out what's better for me LASIK, PRK, or any other newer surgery options I might not know about. Can you help me decide?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Thin corneas without any ectatic disorders per say won't cause any problem ..... Lasik is not suitable.for getting rid of your glasses you can opt for other refractive procedures other than lasik

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Answered 14/08/2025

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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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I have an 11.5 power in my glasses and I'm considering Lasik surgery is it usually a one-time procedure or are follow-ups needed? Also, what's the approximate cost and which are the best clinics in Hyderabad for this? I'm a bit nervous about the whole process and want to make sure I pick the right place.

please approach a surgeon in apollo hospital

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I'm 23 and have had hypothyroidism for the last 6 months. Is it safe for me to get LASIK eye surgery or could my condition affect the results?

yes.

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