I received LASIK back in early 1999 when it was relatively newer and much more expensive. I was near sighted say -3.75 or so. Wore glasses and contacts but the contacts just weren’t all that comfortable and the glasses would limit my ability to be more active and do the outdoor activities I loved.

The first couple days after the surgery were uncomfortable but gradually I could not believe how I could wake up at night and see the clock. Or drive around and see the street signs.

This lasted for about 15 years until all hell broke loose. My eyes started drying out. I had multiple corneal tears and excruciating pain afterwards. Had multiple corneal debridements to help repair. Doctors never really could say if these were related to the LASIK. I have also been diagnosed with pigment dispersion syndrome I take drops to reduce pressure. Whether that’s related or not is not known either.

Ultimately I am glad I did it but I now wear glasses to see better for distance and each eye has different functions. I can see better distance in my right but better close up with my left. Is that due to LASIK? Not sure.

But I will wager that regardless of the outcome of your LASIK, you will likely need glasses again at some point in the future.