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Which is better: prk or lasik surgery with very bad myopia?
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It depends: Your doctor will tell you if you qualify for LASIK. LASIK has quicker recovery time, but you will have a flap that can get dislocated even years out. It's something to consider if you play contact sports. PRK recovery is slower and you have a higher risk of scarring with high treatment. But no flap. Your laser surgeon should be able to discuss this in more detail at your visit.
Answered 5/8/2014
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