porcy62 Posted September 13, 2008 Report Share Posted September 13, 2008 I have to go for laser surgery for a retina problem. So I am asking myself if going for a laser treatment of myopia. Have you got any experience? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hot Ptah Posted September 13, 2008 Report Share Posted September 13, 2008 I had lens implants for cataracts, followed by laser surgery and CK procedures. I was nearly legally blind beforehand, with severe astigmatism. Now I am 20/20, with no astigmatism. It's been one of the greatest experiences of my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachel Posted September 13, 2008 Report Share Posted September 13, 2008 Depending on the type of laser surgery you are having for your retina, you may not be a good candidate for LASIK. I'm assuming you're having laser treatment for lattice degeneration or incipient retinal tear? (I'm assuming this because you are nearsighted which would correlate with lattice or some type of peripheral retinal issue). You most likely would not be a candidate for LASIK if you have lattice but could probably/possibly have PRK. LASIK utilizes a suction ring to prepare the eye for creating the flap which wouldn't be recommended for someone with an already compromised peripheral retina. I would ask your doctor if your retinal situation is a contraindication for having your nearsightedness corrected. Good luck with your retina treatment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzmoose Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 If I could think of any way to comment after that post without sounding ignorant, I would, but... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 I know three people who have had laser surgery (although I can't speak to what conditions), and all of them found it to be a great success and are very happy with the results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Storer Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 Depending on the type of laser surgery you are having for your retina, you may not be a good candidate for LASIK. I'm assuming you're having laser treatment for lattice degeneration or incipient retinal tear? (I'm assuming this because you are nearsighted which would correlate with lattice or some type of peripheral retinal issue). You most likely would not be a candidate for LASIK if you have lattice but could probably/possibly have PRK. LASIK utilizes a suction ring to prepare the eye for creating the flap which wouldn't be recommended for someone with an already compromised peripheral retina. Rachel, I'm trying to guess what profession you might be in... lawyer? Painter? Short order cook? Computer programmer? Opthalmologist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man with the Golden Arm Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 I had a couple retinal tears (and i'm NOT nearsighted) a year or so back that were cautiously and promptly treated. I do suggest one of these to counteract the feeling of one of these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcy62 Posted September 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 Thanks to everybody. I'll discuss it with my doctor tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trane_fanatic Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 Proceed w/ caution. My mom lost sight in one eye and had chronic pain that nearly led her to kill herself after a botched cataract surgery, FWIW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachel Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 (edited) Depending on the type of laser surgery you are having for your retina, you may not be a good candidate for LASIK. I'm assuming you're having laser treatment for lattice degeneration or incipient retinal tear? (I'm assuming this because you are nearsighted which would correlate with lattice or some type of peripheral retinal issue). You most likely would not be a candidate for LASIK if you have lattice but could probably/possibly have PRK. LASIK utilizes a suction ring to prepare the eye for creating the flap which wouldn't be recommended for someone with an already compromised peripheral retina. Rachel, I'm trying to guess what profession you might be in... lawyer? Painter? Short order cook? Computer programmer? Opthalmologist? I've worked in Ophthalmology for 20+ years. I currently work at a multispecialty referral/consultation Ophthalmology practice; we do everything from routine eye exams to complicated cataract/corneal procedures, glaucoma, retina, ophthalmic plastic surgery, and clinical research. I would love to try short order cooking sometime, but I'm sure I don't have the aptitude for that (too much going on at once)! I also sucked at waitstaffing. edited for typo Edited September 16, 2008 by rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porcy62 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2008 (edited) Ok, I talked with my doctor. Basically she said that if I am ok with glasses e/o contact lens, she didn't see any valid reasons for going under surgery, considering my age and the inevitable risk, though small, of any sugery. Now, since I have to replace old glasses I accept suggestions. I was thinking about something like these: Edited September 16, 2008 by porcy62 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted September 16, 2008 Report Share Posted September 16, 2008 A wise move by the sound of it, porcy. What you need is a pair of these: Didn't Miles get his designer frames in Milan, too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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