Why is My Vision Blurry After LASIK?

For many, LASIK eye surgery is a wonder of the modern age of vision. Thanks to LASIK eye surgery conditions that range from astigmatism to myopia may be corrected, and the eyesight of many people is improved. And yet, many who undergo LASIK surgery have complaints of experiencing blurry vision after the operation. Hmmm鈥
Why is my vision not clear after LASIK?
It is not uncommon for patients to experience blurry vision in the first few days following LASIK surgery. The view of 鈥渉alos鈥 or glare are two types of distorted vision that will appear before the eyes, post-LASIK. These conditions will gradually disappear as the healing of the eye progresses. Additionally, patients should not be concerned it they develop a case of 鈥渄ry eye鈥濃攁nother frequent after effect of LASIK surgery, and which is accompanied by blurry vision.
It鈥檚 human nature to get excited and pumped up about making a positive change, and then finding that the results are not as perfect as hoped for. Once LASIK surgery has been performed, many people may think they will have crystal clear 20-20 vision. If you have just undergone LASIK surgery, or about to, we at SightMD cannot emphasize enough the importance to have patience. Don鈥檛 worry. Your vision will be improved.
Oh, and here鈥檚 another point that鈥檚 off-topic about blurred vision, but relates to the safety of LASIK surgery: In the over 20 years that this procedure has been performed鈥攁t a count of 19.1 million and counting鈥攊t has never been the direct cause of vision loss.
Do you have any other questions about what to expect from LASIK eye surgery鈥攑re- and post-operation? 麻豆高清has answers to many common questions and concerns about聽LASIK eye surgery. If you prefer a personalized answer鈥攅ither via phone call or email鈥Contact us. Our eye care professionals are here to help you with your vision health.


