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A member asked:
I had ptk a year ago to treat my recurrent corneal erosion, is there a possible way i can wear contact lenses again without it relapsing?
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Contacts after PTK: Definitely - please see a contact lens specialist. There are no issues with wearing contact lenses after PTK. Good luck!!
Answered 6/14/2015
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Yes: The PTK treatment usually establishes the creation of a new out skin of the cornea (epithelium) not susceptible to the kind of loosening that causes recurrent corneal erosion. So with proper fitting and power you can restart to wear contact lenses.
Answered 6/14/2015
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