Subspecialties
Cataract/Anterior Segment
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cornea/External Disease
Glaucoma
Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
Ocular Pathology/Oncology
Oculoplastics/Orbit
Refractive Management/Intervention
Retina/Vitreous
Uveitis
Focus On
Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
Laser Surgery Education Center
Redmond Ethics Center
Global Ophthalmology Guide
Academy Publications
EyeNet
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Retina
Information for:
International Ophthalmologists
Media
Medical Students
Patients and Public
Technicians and Nurses
Senior Ophthalmologists
Young Ophthalmologists
Tools and Services
EyeCare America
Help
IRIS Registry
Medicare Physician Payment
Meetings and Deadlines
Museum of Vision
Ophthalmology Job Center
Our Sites
EyeWiki
International Society of Refractive Surgery
Subspecialties
Cataract/Anterior Segment
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cornea/External Disease
Glaucoma
Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
Ocular Pathology/Oncology
Oculoplastics/Orbit
Refractive Management/Intervention
Retina/Vitreous
Uveitis
Focus On
Glaucoma Education Center
Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
Laser Surgery Education Center
Redmond Ethics Center
Global Ophthalmology Guide
Find an Ophthalmologist
Advanced Search
Annual Meeting
Clinical Education
Practice Management
Member Services
Advocacy
Foundation
About
Subspecialties & More
Eye Health
Home
Annual Meeting
Clinical Education
Practice Management
Member Services
Advocacy
Foundation
About
Subspecialties & More
Academy Publications
EyeNet
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Retina
Information for:
International Ophthalmologists
Media
Medical Students
Patients and Public
Technicians and Nurses
Senior Ophthalmologists
Young Ophthalmologists
Tools and Services
EyeCare America
Help
IRIS Registry
Medicare Physician Payment
Meetings and Deadlines
Museum of Vision
Ophthalmology Job Center
Our Sites
EyeWiki
International Society of Refractive Surgery
Subspecialties
Cataract/Anterior Segment
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cornea/External Disease
Glaucoma
Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
Ocular Pathology/Oncology
Oculoplastics/Orbit
Refractive Management/Intervention
Retina/Vitreous
Uveitis
Focus On
Glaucoma Education Center
Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
Laser Surgery Education Center
Redmond Ethics Center
Global Ophthalmology Guide
Find an Ophthalmologist
Advanced Search
Subspecialties
Cataract/Anterior Segment
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cornea/External Disease
Glaucoma
Neuro-Ophthalmology/Orbit
Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus
Ocular Pathology/Oncology
Oculoplastics/Orbit
Refractive Management/Intervention
Retina/Vitreous
Uveitis
Focus On
Pediatric Ophthalmology Education Center
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Center
Laser Surgery Education Center
Redmond Ethics Center
Global Ophthalmology Guide
Eye Health
Find an Ophthalmologist
Academy Store
Eye Health A-Z
Symptoms
Glasses & Contacts
Tips & Prevention
News
Ask an Ophthalmologist
Patient Stories
Español
View Topics
Topics
All Topics
Amblyopia, Strabismus and Lazy Eye
Astigmatism
Babies and Infants
Blepharitis
Cataracts
Children's Eye Health
Conditions
Conjunctivitis-Pink Eye
Cosmetic Surgery
Contacts and Glasses
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diseases
Double Vision
Dry Eye
Eye Exams
Floaters and Flashes
General Eye Health
Glasses, Contacts and Vision Correction
Glaucoma
Infections
Injuries
Keratoconus
LASIK and Laser Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Marijuana
Migraine
Stye
Surgery
Torn or Detached Retina
Ask an Ophthalmologist Questions by Topic Category
Can I keep my eyelash extensions on during LASIK?
If I have Adie’s pupil, am I still a good candidate for LASIK surgery?
Can LASIK surgery cause choroidal neovascular membrane?
Why do I have to have LASIK done after I have had YAG surgery?
Can I have LASIK with high blood pressure and chronic iron deficiency?
Is it normal to feel like there is an eyelash in my eye after PRK?
Can I have LASIK if I have pigment dispersion syndrome?
Would LASIK complicate monitoring and detection of glaucoma?
If I had surgery for a genetic eyelid condition, can I also have LASIK?
Did LASIK surgery make my low light vision worse?
How many times can a person have LASIK eye surgery safely?
If I have thin corneas, will SMILE work better than LASIK for me?
Can I smoke marijuana after refractive surgery?
Will my flying and diving affect LASIK surgery healing?
When is it OK to get pregnant after LASIK?
Is my cornea thick enough for LASIK?
Does previous scleral buckle surgery prevent me from having vision-correction surgery?
Is it best to select a cataract surgeon who also does LASIK when looking for someone to do post-LASIK cataract surgery?
If you had LASIK surgery over 15 years ago, and your vision is starting to get worse, can you have it done again?
Is a pregnancy test required or recommended before LASIK?
Why are my eyes dry after LASIK?
Why do I have retinopathy if I don’t have diabetes or high blood pressure?
How will my prior LASIK procedure affect cataract surgery?
Is laser cataract surgery recommended for patients who have had LASIK?
Should I have laser incision or not for cataract surgery?
Swollen Cornea and Bowman's Membrane After Cataract Surgery
I have a thickened cornea and need cataract surgery—is this a problem because of the thick cornea?
I am 57 years old and have been using reading glasses for computer work, reading books, etc. Would laser refractive eye surgery fix this?
Is LASIK Possible With Keratoconus?
What is the treatment for corneal edema?
What is the normal healing time following an astigmatic keratotomy and what normal side effects should one expect?
Is surgery possible for adults with amblyopia?
Is eye pain common post LASIK surgery? How long does the cornea take to heal after LASIK?
How long will the gas bubble stay in my eye after retinal detachment treatment?
Find an Ophthalmologist
Search
Advanced Search
Ask an Ophthalmologist
Browse Answers
Free Newsletter
Get ophthalmologist-reviewed tips and information about eye health and preserving your vision.
Privacy Policy
Popular Questions
Loading, please wait...
Most Viewed content is not available.
*
Required
*
First Name:
*
Last Name:
Member ID:
*
Phone Number:
*
Email:
*
Enter code:
*
Message:
Thank you
Your feedback has been sent.