My left eye has a prescription of SPH 3.00, CYL 3.00, and AXIS 160 with VA 6/24 0.60P, but even with glasses, distant small letters still look blurry. Is LASIK surgery the best option for me? I keep failing the armed forces medical exam because of my eye issues what's the fastest way to fix this? My left eye is the main problem how can I get it corrected to meet the 6/6 vision requirement? Can you review my test reports if I share them?

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Is PRK surgery safe for someone with a high prescription like -9? I'm worried about risks like vision loss or other complications how common are they? Also, how long does recovery usually take?

phthal opinion is advised to thw patient.

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My current glasses prescription is 8 and it's been getting worse for the past 10-12 years. I'm worried about this steady decline would surgery be a good option for me? If so, what type of procedure would you recommend?

Myopia can continue worsening into the teens and even early adulthood. Once this excessive eye growth has commenced, myopia control treatment options can be prescribed to slow it down but the growth cannot be stopped or reversed Laser Eye Surgery for Myopia

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I've had a chalazion for two months now and the swelling is really bothering me are there any good home remedies I can try I'd prefer to avoid surgery if possible

Apply warm,wet compresses for 5-10 min for about 3-6 times a day.

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