Refractive Surgery or Lasik Treatment
Refractive Surgery or Lasik Treatment
Refractive surgery, including LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis), is a modern, safe, and effective procedure designed to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. The goal is to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contact lenses by reshaping the cornea to improve how the eye focuses light.
Available Treatments:
At Global Eye Care – Superspeciality Eye Hospital, we offer advanced refractive correction options tailored to each patient's needs:
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LASIK Surgery – The most popular and precise laser vision correction method.
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PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) – An alternative for patients unsuitable for LASIK.
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SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) – A minimally invasive, bladeless laser option.
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Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL) – For patients with very high refractive errors or thin corneas.
Symptoms Indicating Need for Refractive Surgery:
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Blurred vision at distance or near
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Eye strain or headaches with prolonged screen time or reading
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Frequent changes in glasses prescription
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Difficulty with night driving or glare sensitivity
Common Causes of Refractive Errors:
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Genetic predisposition (runs in families)
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Abnormal shape of the eyeball or cornea
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Age-related changes
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Environmental factors such as prolonged screen exposure or low-light reading
Prevention & Care Tips:
While some refractive errors are unavoidable, you can protect and maintain eye health by:
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Taking regular eye breaks from screens (20-20-20 rule)
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Wearing prescription glasses or contact lenses as advised
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Regular eye check-ups to monitor vision changes
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Protecting eyes from UV rays and dust