PRK vs Lasik Eye Surgery? I went with PRK
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After 15 years of thinking about getting corrective laser eye surgery, I went for it! This video documents my before and after experience with PRK. I was 20 50 before the surgery, now I'm a perfect 20 20! But…I definitely lost some of my near vision. The recovery was up and down, days 3 and 4 were the most uncomfortable. After 2 weeks, my eyes took a turn for the worse because of a reaction to some eye drops that I bought in Canada (they had preservatives, and my eyes didn't like that). At 5 weeks, (the time of posting this video) my sight is pretty darn amazing.
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Awesome!! I’ve considered some type of laser myself. I’ve worn extended wear contacts for about 30 years now and quite frankly they’ve done so well for me that I haven’t tipped over the edge into laser surgery. But I do know the feeling of, “Oh look, there’s leaves on those trees”, LOL. It is SO amazing when you can finally see clearly and notice all the details that you’ve been missing!
Thank you Ryan. I thought I wouldn’t be able to use my eyes at all for weeeeks
So pleased you can see so much better ! Yaaay. Prk is amazing
Thanks for posting this! I’m going for another consultation soon! I was told I have thin corneas at my first consultation so PRK would be best for me.
I am happy for you. I had mine done (Lasik) about 20 years ago. I was like 20-400 (super near sided) before. Could not see anything twelve inches in front of my face. Think that twilight zone episode where they guy at the end of the world is going to read all the books and breaks his glasses. I had nightmares about loosing or breaking my glasses. I ended up like 20-30. About 10 years on I noticed that my eyes changed a little to the point that I now wear glasses and contacts to get the crisp-ness back. I could go without them, but it is better with. The only bad thing that happened was I ended up with one eye that is slightly not perfectly curved which makes wearing a contact sometimes frustrating. I am told PRK would not have done that. Hands down the best personal improvement I have done for myself though. I would do it all over again in the blink of an eye. 😉
You are so much like me, it’s almost scary. I went in for Lasik and they switched one eye over to PRK mid surgery. I’m on day 2 and things are, let’s just say interesting. Thanks for posting the longer term video explaining what’s coming. I didn’t do much research on PRK since I was supposed to get Lasik on both eyes. This was very helpful. I too had to give up some of my close up vision (I’m 48) but I can still see my Apple watch for the most part and it should get a little better once my eyes heal some more. Awesome video!!!
Awesome. I just had PRK a week ago and after wearing glasses for 30 years I am excited to run a trail without tripping because I can not wear glasses running. Thanks for the uplifting video.
korokosiki Rorosiki because smile/lasik have a high chance of bad long term effects
Why not RELEX SMILE???
Once you heal after about a 6 weeks, you’ll be like “Why didn’t I do it sooner?” Great journey my friend, your vision will vary for the first month, once you heal it’ll stabilize.
@Muahammad WAQAR So it’s been 321 days so far so almost an entire year. My right eye is doing amazing (at this time at least and for the last several weeks). My left eye is a little better. Still experiencing overall blurriness and double vision on lights and bright objects unfortunately. But I am able to read about 20/30 in my left eye even with all the blurriness and double vision. My eye doctor said since I am able to read as well as I can he doesn’t want to do any sort of touch up surgery and wants to see if over time it will catch up to my right eye. It’s definitely frustrating but I am only hoping it eventually catches up cause I am still unhappy overall with it.
@Clément My right eye is doing amazing (at this time at least and for the last several weeks). My left eye is a little better. Still experiencing overall blurriness and double vision on lights and bright objects unfortunately. But I am able to read about 20/30 in my left eye even with all the blurriness and double vision. My eye doctor said since I am able to read as well as I can he doesn’t want to do any sort of touch up surgery and wants to see if over time it will catch up to my right eye. It’s definitely frustrating but I am only hoping it eventually catches up cause I am still unhappy overall with it.
@Jeremiah Morin Any news Jeremiah ? Hope to hear from you
@Jeremiah Morin how is your vision now??
I have double vision also and it can be very annoying mostly when I drive, you can get this thing called a “prism” a prism is a sticker on the inside of your classes that correct double vision, I wear one par of glasses when I drive an another for up close, you should look into it
Great video, Investing time and money into yourself is always a good thing! With your improved vision and your love of the night skies, you may want to learn the night skies! Keep looking up!
Great idea!
@Ryan Van Duzer A test for your new vision in the night sky is a double star in the big dipper. Nothing needed to see it but your new found vision. Here is how to find it. https://www.skyandtelescope.com/astronomy-blogs/explore-night-bob-king/mizar-a-fresh-look-at-an-old-friend03252015/
I’ve had the surgery twice. First time 1998 and again in 2000. I am now wearing glasses to drive and could have another enhancement but that would prevent me from seeing my watch. Remember, your eyes continue to grow and change shape, making your eyesight change.
@ASMR Xi Zui 18 and over is fine AS LONG as your vision is stable, they do tests and determine, i got it 2 weeks before my 19th birthday
@ASMR Xi Zui at least 20
which one did you get done? PRK or lasik?
What age u get it done?
@yad when is the best age to get it?
The clip of Costner saying “sit down” was the best lol
Hello friends! This is a different type of adventure video, an EYE adventure! Have any of you had laser eye surgery? Or considering getting it? I hope this video helps explain what it’s all about. SEE you all down the road.
I was really waiting for this kind of video. This is really helpful. I was always afraid to get a surgery. Finally I think I can hv one. ?
@Tomas K. Thank you thank you for the reply! And a quick one at that! That makes me feel a little better… ?
@Tabitha E didnt hurt at all, just a feeling like you have sand in your eyes for the first few days but nothing too bad, would do it again 100%
@Tomas K. How bad did it hurt? I know one person who has excruciating pain, and another person who also said they had bad pain, but they didn’t quite call it “excruciating”. I’m supposed to get it this week, and I’m starting to freak out.
Ok, but how much did it hurt?
Your sense of humor is on point lol I would have freaked out when she said u will experience that for another week lol
Lasik is amazing! I’m so glad I did it.
Good for you. Glad it worked out. Now you have to redo all your bike tours so you can see what you missed.?? Take care and keep up the great videos, Al
haha, thanks the best things I’ve heard all day!
I’m glad your surgery went well! I have worn glasses since I was 6. 51 years now. I considered lasic a while back but the part about my eyes possibly getting worse along with the fact that I may have to still wear glasses anyway caused me to chicken out! Please wear your readers more often in your videos! Embrace getting older! Ha!
Awesome Ryan glad you have made it through this experience to help you to enjoy your world travel experiences a bit more. Keep the great content coming and enjoy the sights man!
Thanks, I’m excited about it!
I got PRK as well! It’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I also got it done almost 10 years ago and it hasn’t worn off at all the entire time. It’s been great. The recovery, however, was not fun. I didn’t open my eyes for 2-3 days after the surgery. I just tried to sleep solely to pass the time haha wait until about 3 weeks has gone by and you’ll notice how much better they’ve gotten.
What was your prescription before you got the surgery?
How much near sight wud I lose. Atm I can hold my phone and read a book max 5 inches away. After that it goes blurry.
Is prk better than laser eye surgery? My vision is myopic at -8.50 and -8.25 diopeters. I currently wear glasses and contact lenses.
Samfia drangus how much money did it cost
Thank you for your information I’m getting mine soon so I’m a little nervous
Your best video ever! As for me, I would consider it if it resulted in permanent improvement, but it sounds like most people have to wear glasses later anyway, or go in and have it done again.
I had PRK a year and a half ago, and I still have moments where I’m amazed at how sharp my vision is.
@Gene Anthony that’s good to hear and thanks for the updates. Good luck.
@lpmedvaljr.16 Pretty much last update. Contacts came out Friday which got rid of some irritation. Was able to drive Saturday (slight irritation early in the day even with sunglasses but passed later on when I went back out and was able to drive at night no glare), watched TV, played some games, etc. I did feel like I tired my eyes out a bit though. My eyes weren’t very dry either (never felt need for eye drops but used occasionally just in case). My vision was still a bit blurry for text on my PC but I could read it. Today my eyes felt great, I can read easier on PC (still not perfect) but I played games for almost 2 hours with no irritation and my eyes never felt tired. Overall great recovery and not regretting PRK at all.
@lpmedvaljr.16 quite. This video helped though since he had similar issues. Right now I’m just waiting to get these contacts out. Meeting doctor in about 45 minutes. Hard to keep eyes open for long time contacts start annoying me
@Gene Anthony that must have been annoying. I’ve been there using contacts that start to dry up or just my eyes start to dry up as well.
@lpmedvaljr.16 heads up Yesterday was 2nd day after surgery and my eyes watered for almost 3 hours while it felt like I had a bad contact in. My eyes went to crap and everything was blurry. Today eyes are a little better but still not great. Went to doctor yesterday and said I was 75% healed. Today I probably get the contact out which is uncomfortable if everything healed.