Why isn't a small difference like 0.5D seen as a big deal for Lasik surgery? I'm curious because I've heard mixed opinions and want to understand if it really makes a difference in outcomes

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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refractory error correction and visual acuity tests advised followed by an ophtahmologist opinion .

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Answered 14/08/2025

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My eye power is 6.00 in both eyes and I'm considering laser eye surgery. Is it safe for someone with my prescription? Also, can you recommend a good eye doctor in Kolkata for a consultation?

Yes, -6.00 is within safe LASIK range; Dr. Anupam Bhargava or Dr. Debasish Bhattacharya in Kolkata are experienced options.

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My mom is scheduled for cataract surgery on her right eye tomorrow and the surgeon prescribed VIGADEXA eye drops but didn't specify which eye to use them on or how many drops to apply since only her right eye is being operated on Can you clarify the correct way to use them

Use Vigadexa 1 drop in the operated (right) eye 4x/day as directed‚Äîconfirm with the doctor on post-op day 1.

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Do you do pterygium surgery and what's the rough cost for it? Does Medicare help cover the treatment?

COST depends on dr and hospital.

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