r/lasik

Has anyone dealt with this issue? I got a 4mm scratch across my cornea a month ago (1 month post op), and now the swelling has gone down enough for the doctor to see that there are striae across my field of vision which are resulting in persistent blurriness.

It's frustrating as hell. I'm doing muro at night to help with the fluid build up, and steroids three times a day. I've got a follow up in six weeks monitor progress and determine if there are any potential physical treatment options.

Looking for advice and hopefully shared experiences. Trying not to get discouraged.

I’ve been thinking about getting LASIK and honestly, the price in Canada is making me second guess doing it here. I’m based in Canada and was quoted around $5,500 CAD, which is lot.

I’m Filipino and will probably be going back to the Philippines at some point, and from what I’ve seen, LASIK there can be around $1–2k CAD, depending on the clinic and procedure. I’ve also been considering Korea since I know they’re pretty advanced when it comes to LASIK/eye procedures, but I have no idea what the prices are there.

For anyone who has actually had LASIK in Canada, the Philippines, or Korea — where did you go and how was your experience?

Would you personally pay the extra for Canada, or is it worth doing it in the Philippines/Korea? I’m more concerned about getting a really good surgeon and having a good experience than just finding the absolute cheapest option.

Also curious if anyone had issues with follow-up care after getting it done abroad and then coming back to Canada.