I don't think there is a contra-indication to the actual surgery but before the surgery you need to take a Valium or similar calming tablet to relax, the nursing staff actually give it to you so that could be a contra-indication. Talk to your opthalmologist.
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It is not advisable to get Lasik done during pregnancy because there is a possibility that you will not get the desired results... (see related link: Lasik Surgery Clinic)
LASIK eye surgery is performed on the cornea, the clear covering of the outer part of the eye.
I can tell you who can't A minor. Lasik surgery on minors is prohibited by law. Pregnant or breastfeeding women Hormonal changes during pregnancy cause women's refractive state fluctuations which means that any Lasik procedure would be unsuccessful. Suffering from diseases that may cause hormone fluctuation. Such as diabetes Using medication that could cost fluctuations in vision. Before you start seriously thinking about Lasik you must consult your ophthalmologist .
Thanks Dr. Ashok for your valuable answer. Can you suggest me where can i go for Lasik eye surgery in Chandigarh
Andrew I. Caster has written: 'Lasik' -- subject(s): LASIK (Eye surgery), Laser surgery, Eye
Lasik eye surgery is a very safe procedure. As with any surgery, there are some dangers and these should be discussed with your doctor prior to surgery.
The average cost in 2013 for Lasik eye surgery was approximately $2200 per eye. Those who are eligible must be 18 and over and have a stable eye prescription. Your eye must be disease free. Pregnant and nursing mothers are not eligible. And certain diseases, such as diabetes may disqualify you from having the surgery. It is important to meet with a Lasik eye surgeon for a consultation to get more accurate costs and to determine if you would be an appropriate candidate for surgery.
The average downtime from eye lasik surgery is two weeks. You can expect solar spots and pain during this time.
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Many full care eye centers provider lasik surgery. You can find these centers listed in the yellow pages under "Lasik" or under "Eye Surgery" go to www.bestvisionnow.com and search for a doctor in your area
The lasik surgery is a very safe surgical procedure performed by experienced eye doctors. Only one in 112,500 patients have had complications to lasik surgery and among those fewer actually were beyond repair by additional eye surgery or treatment.
Typically insurance companies do not cover Lasik surgery since it is elective. Generally the cost of Lasik eye surgery can range from 1000 dollars to 3500 dollars.
There have been several reports that the cost of eye lasik surgery is somewhere in between five hundred to eigth hundred dollars.