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Can LASIK Reduce Cylindrical Powers Of -3.00 And -5.50 In The Eyes?

Hi Sir, this is RAJ...I have been reported with-3.00 cylindrical in my left eye and -5.50 cylindrical in my right eye ... what does it mean and can it be reduced with Lasik surgery or any other refractive correction methods.... is it matter of serious issue ... please help me out sir
Wed, 14 Nov 2018
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Hello,

LASIK can correct most of the refractive errors.

Consult an ophthalmologist and he will direct you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Can LASIK Reduce Cylindrical Powers Of -3.00 And -5.50 In The Eyes?

Hello, LASIK can correct most of the refractive errors. Consult an ophthalmologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician