Post-LASIK Care: Tips for a Smooth Recovery
What to expect after LASIK at Dr Khalil Eye Clinic
Key Aftercare Strategies for Optimal Healing Post-LASIK Surgery
In general, you have a very high chance of achieving 6/9 vision or better after refractive surgery. More than 95 percent of people who’ve undergone lasik eye surgery no longer need to depend on their glasses or contact lenses most of the time. Your results will depend on your specific refractive error and other factors. People with a low-moderate grade of nearsightedness tend to have the most success with refractive surgery. People with a high degree (over 6) of farsightedness along with high astigmatism have less predictable results..
- In the first day following LASIK, is normal for your vision to be blurry, you feel sensitive to light and teary . This should subside by the evening to a large extent, and disappear within the first few days
- In the following day, you can normally carry out all your visual tasks and regular life activities (excluding some sports mentioned below). Complete visual recovery can take anywhere from 1-6 months.
- Occasional dry sensation of the eyes is common in the first few months after LASIK. That is why we usually advise instilling artificial preservative-free eye drops during this period.
- Some people experience night glare and haloes around light. Dr Khalil, however is noticing that this complaint has become much less with his LASIK patients probably due to modifications in the technique and newer technology.
- Scratchiness in the first few days. Patches of red or pink in the white of the eye are common in the first days. They are caused by the microkeratome suction and disappear completely by fewdays-2 weeks.
- Your eyelids may be slightly swollen in the first day.
- Reading may be difficult, initially (If you are over 40 reading glasses may be necessary.
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Guidelines after LASIK
Here are the suggestions that are given to patients regarding post-operative care and expectations:
- Use your sunglasses to lessen the glare in the first day
- Relax for the rest of the day following your procedure, sleep if possible.
- Use the prescribed eye drops as directed (after first post-op visit).
- It is unusual to have marked discomfort after the procudure, but if this happens, use Panadol or aspirin for any discomfort.
- If a contact lens is used, (Dr Khalil will tell you if it is. do not remove it till the following day visit.
- DO NOT rub your eyes vigorously for at least three months (Eyes take as long as six months to completely heal. Rubbing disturbs the tissues and delays the healing process and could even cause dislocation of the corneal cap).
- Refrain from any sporting or water activities for a 2 week period. Diving should be postponed till 4 weeks
- Avoid wearing eye make-up for 2-3 weeks after your procedure. (Removing make-up could initiate rubbing).
- Refrain from any heavy lifting, straining, or become sweaty or dirty for a 2-3 week period. (Sweat or dirt in the eyes could initiate rubbing).
Testimonials
Messages from patients of Dr Khalil Eye Clinic
I wish to convey my most sincere gratitude for the opportunity to have you perform my Lasik procedure. I could not have imagined any better care, patience and understanding, pre and post surgery, than that which I received from your team. I am thrilled with my eye sight. My friends here are amazed at my lasik story and I have found that I can see more clearly than they!!!
It is surely an apprehensive feeling when one decides for LASIK. I....after meeting Dr. Ahmed Khalil I knew I was in safe hands. My surgery was performed last week and today I sit infront of my laptop thanking Allah and Dr. Khalil for giving me such clear vision. Anyone out there thinking for LASIK should not think twice for choosing Dr. Ahmed Khalil, ...... You are not only a great doctor but a great human being too
My name is Cedric Mouroux, I am from France... I had a myopia and a very strong astigmatism (-5.75 and -5.25),
I can really recommend Dr Khalil, he did an amazing work on my eyes and really changed my life, I wasn’t expecting such great results and my only regret is that I should have done it before! Thank you so much Doctor for what you did to me, and I am so glad I trusted you for this operation.
..Je peux vraiment recommander le Dr Khalil, il a fait une opération sur mes yeux parfaite et a vraiment change ma vie, je ne m’attendais pas a de tels résultats et je regrette juste de ne pas l’avoir fait plus tôt ! Merci beaucoup Docteur pour ce que vous avez fait pour moi et je suis vraiment content de vous avoir fait confiance pour cette opération très importante pour moi.
I want to thank you for being God's hand in giving me back my sight, ... I can’t find words to express my gratitude. The procedure was a piece of cake, it was a painless journey that I feared so much until I was only comforted by your confident and calm voice explaining every step and making it so much easier. The care of Dr Ahmad Khalil about details is exceptional.
For my birthday,August 2010 i wanted perfect vision,little did i know my dream would come true. Laser eye surgery works like a charm! Its the best decision i ever made and the best birthday gift ever! I can see clearly now, it seems like a whole new world. I was scared and wary at first but the minute i met Dr. Khalil, all my fears were gone with the wind.
The procedure took about 15 minutes. There was no pain whatsoever. In fact the process was quite psychedelic and a bit like going into space and back again. For a few hours after the treatment, vision is blurred as the eyes readjust. But the benefits are soon realised with more improvements the following day.
My name is Aseel Rasul, an Iraqi living in Denmark, I can not but give my deep gratitude and appreciation to the angel of mercy, who did my LASIK vision correction operation. I was scared as I had never had any operation before. The calm and clever Dr Ahmad Khalil has made me say good bye to the use of glasses and contact lenses and all their inconveniences.
لمدة 21 عاماً عانيت خلالها من أرتداء النظاره بشكل متواصل لأننى لا أستطيع التركيز من غيرها وأحمد الله كثيراً على أننى أجريت عملية الليزك على يد أحد أكبر أساتذة فى العالم وهو الدكتور / أحمد خليل طبيب العيون القدير فالشكر لله أولاً ثم للدكتور أحمد على عنايته الفائقه بكل مرضاه وشرحه الوافى لكل خطوات العمليه . أستطيع الأن ممارسة حياتى بشكل طبيعى وخصوصاً اللعب مع أطفالى بكل سهوله ويسر دون الخوف عليهم من أصابتهم من نظارتى
I was really impressed with the personal and caring approach, from my initial consultation, through the Lasik surgery, and afterwards during follow-up checks from Dr. Khalil. Based upon my own experience I would definitely recommend Dr. Khalil’s clinic to anyone who is considering LASIK treatment and is concerned about getting a high quality service and personal approach.
It is a marvel that I can open my eyes in the morning and see clearly straight away without looking for my glasses. Diving is easier without a fear of losing my contact lens which has happened to me before. I can take my mask off underwater and open my eyes without any worries. It has definitely changed my life and make everyday living much easier. I have been recommending this operation to my friends.....
To distinguished Genius, Prof Dr Ahmad Khalil:
Please accept my sincere thanks for your proper medical care of my condition. I came to you with diabetic eye disease, cataracts, and glaucoma.... because of your distinguished care of my condition, my chronic diseases is controlled, and thanks to your dextrous hands, you performed my cataract operations, and I could resume my favourite hobby of reading, and go back to driving....your total care of my eye conditions
I would like to thank DR. Ahmed for the amazing treatment while doing my surgery . you are the most trustful doctor one can ever meet . I can't find words to describe how much you were caring , patient and helpful. I was so reassured and secure because I know that I am in your hands. the best decision I have ever taken is to make the surgery with you, thank to God and you Dr, Ahmed I can see clearly now. you are a great doctor. May God bless you
We would like to express our genuine gratitude for your dedication to our daughter's case. We thought we'd share our experience here if you don't mind.
Our daughter, Zeina was diagnosed with Primary Congenital Glaucoma. We did lots of research and Dr. Ahmed was the most recommended to us. He was honest, direct and..
I would like to say thank you very very much to Dr. You are very professional . I saw many Dr. But I decided to make operation wz you cos you explain well made I feel comfortable and trust you. Now my eyes became wonderful
