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Pls explain what is LASEK and LASIK
My doctor has adviced me for decreasing dependency of specs and to relive white corneal scar
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It is very difficult to comment without actually examining your eyes
kindly send me reports of your eyes so that i can review the reports and guide you
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Lasek is laser assisted sub epithelial keratomileusis. It is advised when corneal thickness is marginally enough for the surgery where lasik might be risky. But recovery in lasek is slightly delayed than lasik. Discomfort may also be more.
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Dr. Shahnawaz Kazi
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17 yrs exp
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Aa you have a scar lasek can take care of both the number and the scar.
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