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What are the complications associated with lasik eye surgery?

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There are many: Infection, progressive thinning of the cornea, halos, dry eye and others. Talk to your refractive surgeon prior to undergoing any surgery.

Answered 7/21/2012

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Most temporary: Many potential complications but the most serious are very unusual. Usually temporary side effects are glare, halos, light sensitivity, dry eye. A more complete list of possibilities can be found at your eye surgeon's office.

Answered 9/11/2019

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

LASIK risks: Dry eye, need for touchup, glare and haloes, ectasia, infection, corneal scarring, decreased vision.

Answered 9/14/2019

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