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I had lasik last week. vision is 20/20 but i see these rainbow bursts or prisms around lights. is this normal? will it go away? dr eyes healing fine.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Normal: and may take 3-4 weeks for complete rersolution. If longer, see your ophthalmologist and call with your symptoms today.

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Answered 2/4/2019

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A member asked:

I had lasik last week. vision is 20/20 but i see these rainbow bursts or prisms around lights. is this normal? will it go away? dr eyes healing fine.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Bansal and 2 doctors agreed

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