What could cause double vision after a lasik consultation?
Denise asked:
I had a lasik consultation 2 days ago. My eyes were dilated and some other test were done which required the tech to numb my eye and basically poke it to check the thickness of my cornea. The very next day my eyes still appeared dilated, my vision is doubled, and my left eye appears to be turned inward (crosseyed). I’ve called the lasik office and left 2 messages for someone to contact me. So far no one has. Is this normal?!?!
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I had a lasik consultation 2 days ago. My eyes were dilated and some other test were done which required the tech to numb my eye and basically poke it to check the thickness of my cornea. The very next day my eyes still appeared dilated, my vision is doubled, and my left eye appears to be turned inward (crosseyed). I’ve called the lasik office and left 2 messages for someone to contact me. So far no one has. Is this normal?!?!
February 5th, 2009 at 7:17 am
No. This is not normal. The eye turn is the bothersome point. There really is nothing they did that could cause the eye to deviate. This very well may be another problem that has just coincidentally occurred soon after your visit. You should be seen soon to assess the reason for the eye turn.
It may be as simple as over accommodation (focusing excessively) in response to the dilation or it could be a more serious neurological problem. Just need to go in and see.
February 8th, 2009 at 11:24 am
Not normal. Get to an ophthalmologist ASAP, then get a lawyer as it sounds like you have a lawsuit. Do not let the lasik place touch your eyes even if it’s FREE, they are incompetent and may destroy your vision.
February 8th, 2009 at 11:35 am
Yes, it is normal, as you have mentioned they have diluted your eyes for testing and in order for your eyes to get normal it takes two to three days. Dont worry its absolutely normal.
Even after the LASIK Eye Surgery some patients experience infections, inflammation of the eye, redness, blurriness or eye irritation. In many cases, LASIK eye surgery can eliminate your need for corrective lenses, but that’s not always the result. Sometimes, LASIK will drastically reduce your dependence on corrective lenses, but you may still require corrective lenses for some activities, such as reading. It’s best to think of LASIK as reducing your dependency upon corrective lenses - not necessarily as eliminating your need for them.
Even without LASIK eye surgery, it’s expected that everyone’s eyes will change slightly with the passage of time - it’s just a natural part of life. After LASIK, your eyes will still follow their natural course of changing with time, so LASIK shouldn’t necessarily be considered a permanent solution. For most people however, their vision will not change enough to require any additional treatments, especially when the original procedure was done to correct for poor distant vision.
The information provided here is not intended to scare you away from LASIK eye surgery, since it has been a blessing to a great many people. For many who have chosen LASIK, it has meant that they are no longer dependent on corrective lenses in order to have good vision. It’s highly recommended that you talk with your doctor about LASIK and how any possible risks or side effects relate to your own personal circumstances.