Is it normal to be blurry a week LASIK?

A week after LASIK, blurring can certainly occur with normal healing. One eye may be better than the other early on in the process, but most often they end up being very close to the same (constantly comparing the two eyes will only make you crazy).

Why is my vision blurry 3 days after LASIK?

Many people experience some vision distortion in the days or weeks after LASIK – most typically, glare or halos. This generally disappears as the eye heals. Another common aftereffect is dry eye and this can lead to blurred vision. Like the other side effects, it disappears as part of the healing process.

When should I call the doctor after LASIK?

If you have any questions, or if there’s pain, a sudden decrease in vision, redness, or discharge from your eye, contact your doctor right away.

Why is my vision blurry after laser surgery?

What to Expect After LASIK Surgery. Your body will likely need an adjustment period to get used to the effects of a reshaped cornea. With that adjustment period will come a host of mild side effects — the first one you notice will likely be blurry vision.

How many days does it take to recover from LASIK surgery?

The recovery time after LASIK eye surgery usually takes 6 weeks to 9 months. It varies from one patient to another. Your eye surgeon will closely monitor your progress at your follow-up appointments. For many patients, resuming normal activities is not an issue.

Why are my eyes blurry after LASIK?

How long does it take to get 20/20 vision after LASIK?

During a LASIK procedure, a laser is used to change the shape of one or both corneas to improve vision. According to the American Refractive Surgery Council, more than 90\% of LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after 2 to 3 months of post-surgery recovery.

Is it normal to feel like something is in your eye after LASIK?

It is common to experience varying degrees of discomfort beginning 30-90 minutes following the surgery as the numbing drops begin to wear off. Many patients describe this sensation as feeling like sand or an eyelash is in the eye. This rarely lasts beyond the surgery day and is a normal part of the healing process.

Does LASIK make near vision worse?

It is important to understand that after LASIK, your natural nearsightedness will be removed, so near vision may seem worse after a “full distance correction” LASIK, if you are over 40.