The Basics of LASIK Eye Surgery

Author: Parag Shah

A majority of people in the world suffer from short sightedness or myopia which means they find it difficult to see things that are beyond a certain distance, without the aid of spectacles. The problem may be a common one and scores of people may be suffering from it, but the truth is that it is an inconvenient and troublesome issue. One may have to wear glasses at all times and simple things may become difficult to enjoy without wearing glasses. It may also become a question of aesthetics and people may feel embarrassed to wear specs all the time. A lot of people also use contact lenses for their vision issues but the lenses have their own set of problems such as being able to use them for a limited number of hours or discomfort in the eyes or the increased chances of bacterial infection from the use of unclean lenses. A lot of people hope and pray for miracles for their vision problem to disappear and to be able to see clearly without the use of any external help; a lot of others opt for diet options and exercises that might help towards a better vision. However the best way to beat the issue is to opt for a LASIK eye surgery Mumbai. The surgery helps in correcting the power of the lens of the eye and restores vision to normalcy. Though it is considered safe and effective, one must embark on knowing a certain facts about the surgery:

  • One must know that the effects of the surgery are irreversible, which means that once the lens is altered it cannot go back to the way it used to be. This also implies that the effects of the laser surgery are permanent.

  • It must also be learnt that the surgery only works in cases of short sightedness and people with a problem of long sightedness may have to continue using specs for the problem.

  • The kind of candidates that can opt for the LASIK is selective and one who is underage or pregnant may not be able to go through the surgery.

  • LASIK is a surgery that is not only used to treat myopia but is also used in cataract surgery in Mumbai.

  • While a lot of hospitals and health centres may offer low priced surgeries, it is essential to run an authenticity check before opting for LASIK from an eye specialist.

  • People with a lower power may not be eligible for the LASIK; however one must take the advice of a specialist to be sure.

With the information on LASIK, it may be possible to make sure that the best place for a surgery and the best treatment is opted for. A medical decision is best taken only when it is taken after a thorough research.