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I had prk 3 wks ago. i was a -8.50 and -7.50. occasionally i see flashes of light and increase of blurry vision? is this normal?

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See EYE doctor: Unless you are on some medication,see your family physician 7 he may refer to Eye doctor or Neurologist for visual problems.

Dr Sharber agreed

Answered 1/11/2017

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