Three Things To Know About LASIX Eye Surgery

You may have heard commercials on television and radio about LASIX eye surgery, and you may have wondered if it is something that might benefit you. After all, you do wear glasses, and the idea that your vision can improve to the point where you no longer need them is very attractive. However, this surgery is not for everybody. The following information may help you decide if you may benefit from LASIC surgery.

There are a few basic requirements

This surgery is for those people who are farsighted or nearsighted, but it is best for those who have mild to severe conditions. If you have a severe case of either, the surgery may not be effective. If you currently are wearing contact lenses, you will need to switch to wearing glasses for a few weeks prior to the surgery. Contact lenses have a tendency to change the shape of your cornea, and this can affect the results of the surgery. Also, your eyes should be generally healthy. Certain eye diseases will disqualify you as a candidate for LASIX surgery. An eye doctor can determine whether your eyes are healthy enough.

It is an outpatient surgery, and you will be awake

Many eye surgeries are done under anesthesia, even those that are outpatient surgeries. With this surgery though, you will be awake, but there is no pain. You will be given eye drops that will numb them. The procedure with the laser will last under a minute for each eye. It is natural for people to be apprehensive about surgery to their eyes, at least when they are awake. But this fear is unfounded. The procedure is painless. If you are too afraid, a mild sedative may be administered to help you relax. When the surgery is over, you will need someone to drive you home.

Not every patient improves

The majority of people show improvement from this surgery, including not needing glasses or contact lenses anymore. But this is not true for everybody. A small percentage of people show no improvement. In addition, it is possible that your vision will improve, but not enough to no longer need corrective lenses. You may still need corrective lenses, but with a weaker prescription. For example, you may no longer need eyeglasses for your day-to-day activities, but still, use a pair when you are driving.

The information above is only meant to give you an idea of what to expect from this surgery and whether you may be a candidate. Of course, you will need to see an eye doctor to determine if you are a candidate for this surgery. Like all surgeries, there are inherent risks involved. A doctor can explain to you the specific risks that you face and the chances of these risks occurring given your specific eye condition.

Contact a company like The Eye Center for more information and assistance.