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05/12/2016 09:09:51 PM · #1
Hi everyone :)

Some day I might need glasses, but not yet (early 30s). I'm writing on behalf of a family member. She's in her 50s and has been considering Lasik to correct her far/nearsightedness. I thought what better place to ask than here, where photogs roam. I have a number of photography friends who have done the procedure but are in other states. We're looking for a recommendation in NYC.

Thanks for sharing any thoughts. Experiences from those who have done the procedure, etc. All input is welcome.

Cheers!
05/13/2016 03:36:23 AM · #2
Your right this is a wonderful place to seek medical advice no doubt about that.

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05/13/2016 09:08:49 AM · #3
Glasses are the best answer so far.
I know people who ended up with big problems of visibility atnight after the lasik .
There are some happy cases in which lasik for myopia only worked. I consider it an aesthetic option.
I personally would never touch an eye if correction can be achieved with glasses.
05/13/2016 11:10:52 AM · #4
Originally posted by Tiny:

Your right this is a wonderful place to seek medical advice no doubt about that.
not


Clever but I'm not asking for medical advice per se, just what the experiences were of those who have had the procedure done or know those who've had it. Preferably in the past 2-3 years.

Originally posted by mariuca:

Glasses are the best answer so far.
I know people who ended up with big problems of visibility atnight after the lasik .
There are some happy cases in which lasik for myopia only worked. I consider it an aesthetic option.
I personally would never touch an eye if correction can be achieved with glasses.


Thanks for sharing. Unfortunately contacts aren't working out and glasses are causing other issues.
05/13/2016 11:14:43 AM · #5
I had it done about 6 years ago ( in New Jersey ) and I couldn't be happier. I've worn glasses since the 2nd grade. The only time I need reading glasses is in low light. The upside is you can buy them anywhere and I have a pair in every pocketbook.

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05/13/2016 11:53:46 AM · #6
I had it done about 9 years ago and although the results are somewhat satisfactory now I would NEVER do it again. During the surgery I experienced tremendous pressure to the point I thought my head was going to explode. (The surgeon lost suction on one eye and had to repeat the process as well) For about one month following the surgery I basically lived in hibernation. My eyes and head hurt so bad that any light source just compounded the situation and made it unbearable. Also the whites of my eyes were solid red for about six weeks and it took around three months for them to return to totally white. I experienced migrane headaches for about six months and it took about that long for my vision to settle in as they over-corrected my vision. Once everything calmed down, I loved being able to wake up in the morning and see my alarm clock but definetly not worth the hell I went through. Fastforward 9 years and I'm back to wearing glasses for driving and watching TV. It progressivly gets worse with every eye isit so I'm sure I'll be back to wearing contacts. SIGH!!!
05/13/2016 12:07:11 PM · #7
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05/13/2016 12:12:47 PM · #8
Personally, I'd never consider Lasik — and I've been wearing glasses since grade school. I've heard too many horror stories, and I've personally known people who regretted the surgery. Of course, being deaf and a lipreader, eyesight's even more important to me than to the average photographer: without good sight (or, God forbid, if I should be blinded) I'd basically be out of communication for what remained of my life :-(
05/13/2016 08:40:49 PM · #9
Thank you, everyone. Appreciate the info and the sharing of your story. I read the incision tech has changed to laser the past few years and the night vision problem has decreased because of it and if there are interruptions during surgery the laser process also makes it a non issue. Lasik would be a last resort. I ordered plenty of types of glasses tweaks, different types of nose pads, etc. She already has the non frame type which are lightweight but still they bother. Perhaps a different pair of glasses(frames) for everyday or every other day could help. Found some featherweight prescription Oakley glasses which seem to put even less pressure on the bridge of the nose but it's like this is the last step before Lasik.
05/14/2016 10:21:58 AM · #10
I had my lasik eye surgery 12-13 years ago. I had been wearing glass' since 1st grade and contacts since I was 16. I had EXTREME Astigmatism - 18 months before they couldn't have touched my degree of sight. I was spending about $5-700 every one - two years for glass'/contacts. The contacts never corrected my vision ever since they changed to gaspermiable lens. Hard lens were the only lens tkhat corrected my vision. I always thought why take the risk of the surgery when glass' corrected my eyesight. Well my husband talked me into it. I went to the top leading Dr's in my area (I would totally recommend coming here for the surgery). Their office is an efficient, well run machine. With totally professional and educated people.

They had told me that it wouldn't be unusual that I would need to have a 2nd "tweaking" done. Due to the extreme degree of Astigmatism that I had. They did the initial surgery and sure enough I needed a bit more tweaking on just one eye (1 year later). The haloing you are talking about is like getting out of a highly chlorinated pool. Gone within a few months (more at nighttime vs daytime). I avoided driving at night whenever possible but not entirely. It was a VERY DOABLE thing. I did not mow the yard for years (debris). Very good sunglass' is a must.

12 years later the corrections that they did are still good and strong. On the other hand 12 years later/older the muscles in my eyes have weakened thus causing farsightedness (can't see clearly within arms reach...sigh). Haven't figured out the aging thing yet!!! Soooo I now wear 1 contact for Mono-vision (shooting pictures) and cheaters for detailed work like editing.

All in all I'm glad I did the surgery, lucky for me I didn't have any terrible experiences as described here. They told me upfront that I'd probably have to have a 2nd surgery...thus no surprise and healing takes up to a year (each time). (Did you know that your eye does 75% of it's healing within the first 24 hours!!! Amazing) I was VERY INFORMED and I followed my instructions to a T. I had multiple friends/clients that had had the same surgery done with the same results of mine...good.

You might ask why not go back and have the one eye changed for Mono-vision? I know that my degree of vision (focus) isn't done changing yet. (that age thing again...darn it) Therefore I don't want to have the surgery done over and over. Plus I haven't ever gotten excellent vision correction with contacts. Like I said if I need to do detailed work - crochet, edit, etc. I want to use glass'.

Well, that's my 2 cents on the matter. Start asking around in your area who is the top eye surgeon. Ask your hairdresser...we know quite a bit when it comes to finding services. You've got to have some top billed Lasik Surgeons in your area!!!
05/16/2016 10:27:13 PM · #11
Thanks Janine! :) Appreciate the advice. Hopefully the technology keeps improving.
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