Why don't eye surgeons recommend kenacort injections for chalazion instead of surgery? I heard it can work but my doctor keeps suggesting surgery how does the injection actually help and why might they avoid it?

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Can SMILE laser surgery be spotted in a railway medical test for senior section engineer if I have 6D myopia in both eyes? I'm worried they might disqualify me if they find out.

For roles under the B-1 standard, LASIK surgery does not disqualify a candidate, provided they meet the specified vision criteria. Applicants need to ensure that their corrected vision after LASIK adheres to the distance and near vision requirements

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How much does PTK surgery cost per eye in India and what are its benefits I have corneal scarring and my doctor suggested PTK but I'm not sure if it's worth the expense or what exactly it can fix

ophthal opinion is advised to the patient.

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I have pretty high sphere and cylinder numbers in my prescription and I'm considering laser surgery but I've never worn glasses or contacts before. Is it safe to go straight to surgery without trying corrective lenses first? What should I know about the risks or recovery?

Consult opthalmologist for that.

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