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Anonymous Posted on Feb 13, 2013

What are the risks of having laser surgery? Everyone says it is really safe but I am sure there are some risks. Can anyone tell me what they are?

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You are right there are some risks associated with corrective laser eye surgery. They are unlikely to happen but like all procedure's, however minor, there are always some possible side effects and you should be aware of them before you go ahead and have your eyes fixed.

Here are the main potential risks:

1. Fully removing the cap of the cornea instead of just lifting it. It will heal in time but will require extra care.

2. Infection

3. Loss or damage to the corneal cap

4. Tissue growth under the corneal cap

5. Causing a stigmatism

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