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Could someone get laser eye surgery if you have astigmatism and nastagmus?
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Not with nystagmus: Laser can correct astigmatism but with nystagmus the eye may move and create problems with the cornea. Stay away from Lasek and other laser procedures.
Answered 5/25/2014
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