Question 1

what would u, personally, recommend as a cut-off point 4 laser surgery? i have had problems forever, and am too embarrassed to look straight at people

Accepted Answer

Inadequate info: You report unspecified problems, with unspecified systems/body parts. Without information, it is impossible to offer you suggestions or make recommendations. Please resubmit your query with data to consider.

Question 2

i m 45 year old having earbone problem in my left ear suggest me can i go for laser surgery?

Accepted Answer

You need to go: To an ear specialist who specializes in this kind of surgery to make the determination if you ar a candidate or not. Can not tell with this information.

Question 3

is 75 too old for glaucoma medication to be effective? my father was just diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma. if he has laser surgery to correct the problem, will he be at risk of developing the condition again in the future?

Accepted Answer

Open-angle : Open-angle glaucoma is a chronic condition for which there is no known cure.  The goal of treatment in most cases is to reduce the eye's intraocular or internal pressure.  There are many treatment options including laser and/ or eye drop use, which are usually very effective in controlling glaucoma.  In some cases, the pressure can be lowered with a laser procedure (selective laser trabeculoplasty or slt), which may need to be performed 1-3 times every 5-7 years and alone can be effective or may require additional eye drop use.  Slt laser in recent studies has not been shown to less effective with advancing age.  The proper treatment for your father, whether slt, another laser procedure, or eye drop use, depends based on your father's case specifics.  Discuss all options and the goals of treatment with your father's ophthalmologist.  Good luck.

Question 4

what can be done if a person has already had radiology and laser surgery done for vercose veins but the problem is still there in the foot?

Accepted Answer

Sclerotherapy: You might be a candidate for sclerotherapy.  It's a procedure where the physician injects a salt based solution directly into the veins.  This will cause the vessel to scar and disappear from view.

Question 5

i have been diagnosed with kidney stones..one stone size is 12mm,so i have planned for laser surgery; lithotripsy for removal of stone.so dos and don'ts after the surgery and any complications or side effects?

Accepted Answer

: Drink plenty of water and post operative course will depend how the surgery goes. Always have the surgeon doing the procedure explain these in detail and to your satisfaction prior to having anything done. Good luck

Question 6

can my eyesight actually improve with laser surgery?

Accepted Answer

Laser surgery: Laser surgery will give you comparable vision to what you have with well fit glasses or contacts.

Question 7

what is the cost of minimally invasive laser surgery in india?

Accepted Answer

Ask the surgeon: You need to ask the surgeon (or his/her office).  Costs will vary according to the procedure and the locale where it is done

Question 8

does laser surgery leave a scar?

Accepted Answer

Depends : On the type of laser, the procedure and the site of the surgery. Skin for example, cut by laser or other means will often scar whereas the soft tissue of the mouth will generally heal scar free.
Most surgery is designed to minimize any scarring.

Question 9

is laser surgery painful in the face?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Much depends on exactly what type of laser surgery is being performed and exactly what the aftercare is. For example, patients who are undergoing co2 laser surgery may have significant discomfort if the areas are left uncovered;  this discomfort can be decreased if the treated areas are covered and away from contact with air.  Your physician will be able to provide you with more precise answers.

Question 10

for a comlex fistula is laser surgery safe?

Accepted Answer

: "Complex fistula" can be treated with laser surgery safely, but may not result in complete removal of the fistula. a colo-rectal surgeon is recommended for this kind of repair, so if symptoms re-occur, get a followup consult .

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What would u, personally, recommend as a cut-off point 4 laser surgery? i have had problems forever, and am too embarrassed to look straight at people

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I m 45 year old having earbone problem in my left ear suggest me can i go for laser surgery?

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Is 75 too old for glaucoma medication to be effective? my father was just diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma. if he has laser surgery to correct the problem, will he be at risk of developing the condition again in the future?

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What can be done if a person has already had radiology and laser surgery done for vercose veins but the problem is still there in the foot?

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I have been diagnosed with kidney stones..one stone size is 12mm,so i have planned for laser surgery; lithotripsy for removal of stone.so dos and don'ts after the surgery and any complications or side effects?

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Can my eyesight actually improve with laser surgery?

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What is the cost of minimally invasive laser surgery in india?

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Does laser surgery leave a scar?

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Is laser surgery painful in the face?

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For a comlex fistula is laser surgery safe?

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