Is it possible that my vision could get worse after having eye laser surgery to correct my vision, rather than better?

It is genetic.

Corrective eye surgery like Lasik is extremely safe when performed by qualified doctors. Like any surgical procedure, there can be complications, but the complication rate is extremely low. Complications affecting vision after laser eye surgery is very less, even it carries less risk of infection than wearing contacts.Most of the eye surgeries are covered by insurance and some surgeons offer payment plans that help you get the surgery done within your budget. Cost is not an issue when it is the matter of your eyes.

It's a good question. The fine focusing lens inside the lens of the eye becomes more firm with age. This affects your ability to read clearly after about the age of 50 and people need to use reading glasses. So if you have laser surgery, it will help you with near and far sightedness but you will probably still need to use reading glasses.

Don't worry - it's actually perfectly normal to experience vision issues such as light sensitivity, starbursts, halos etc for a few weeks after laser corrective surgery. If after a month, you are still experiencing the symptoms or something is bothering you about your vision, then you should go back to your doctor.

Different clinics have different criteria for accepting people for eye laser surgery. Just because one place has turned you away as unsuitable doesn't mean you should give up altogether. But - it's very important that you only use a clinic that is registered and has a good reputation for safety procedures. Some clinics have better technology for treating more complex cases, but just be sure that the clinic fully understands your medical situation before you agree to the surgery.

People usually take 2-4 days off work after eye laser surgery. You can drive when your vision is back to 20/40 but some people prefer to wait until they feel more confident that they can really see properly. A lot of people start using their computers and watching tv within a few hours of the surgery but any heavy activity and bright lights etc should be avoided for a few days. Make sure you get specific instructions from the medical team before you are sent home.

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

some people say that corrective eye surgery lasts for the rest of your life. But there have been some cases of regression after many years. But those people often have a second surgery to correct their vision again.

No one can guarantee perfect vision after corrective laser surgery. What doctors can do is work out the probability that your vision will be 20/20 after the surgery. 95% of people with low to moderate vision problems achieve near normal vision after laser surgery. But be wary of any clinic or doctor that makes promises of perfect vision.