Q&A: Can I get eye surgery if I have Glaucoma?

Question by anicegurl2talk2: Can I get eye surgery if I have Glaucoma?
Can I get Laser eye corrective surgery if I have Glaucoma?

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Answer by umdbhik
I would think PRK would be more of an option than LASIK, due to the keratome not being used. That’s a question you’ll have to ask the surgeon.

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2 Comments so far

  1. Judy B on May 25th, 2010

    The surgeon will be very hesitant as complications may arise. The surgeon will decide on a case by case basis depending on your individual factors. You will have to consult a surgeon and have an assessment for the answer to this question.

  2. Indiana Jones on May 25th, 2010

    most eye drs would not consider doing laser corrective surgery if you have glaucoma cuz there is a risk that your pressure would become high and you could go blind. as long as glasses and/or contacts re working for you then they don’t want to risk your eyesight.

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