Dr William Boothe Surgeon

Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis (DLK) - Also known as Sands of Sahara. A rare complication of LASIK surgery, appearing between 2 and 5 days after surgery, where inflammation develops between the corneal flap and the corneal tissue beneath it. The cause isn’t certain. It causes blurriness of vision when it’s severe enough.

Various measures are usually taken to prevent it, such as use of sterile tape to keep the eyelashes away from the treatment area, rinsing the cornea before making the flap, and rinsing again before replacing the flap. After surgery, medicated eyedrops are typically used to prevent inflammation. DLK needs to be detected promptly so that it won’t impair vision. Usually it responds well to use of corticosteroid eyedrops and sometimes the surgeon will lift the flap again to rinse beneath it.

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Keratitus - Inflammation of the cornea caused by bacteria or a virus. Can leave scarring and cause loss of vision.

Keratoconus - (kehr-uh-toh-KOH-nus) A thinning of the central cornea. Instead of being smooth and round, it develops a bulge in the center which deflects light entering the eye, severely impairing vision. It is an inherited disease and may require corneal transplant surgery.

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: After a thorough eye examination, you'll be expected to choose a doctor to perform the LASIK eye surgery. Once this has been done, you'll be scheduled for a consultation with the doctor to discuss the process, and you'll have the opportunity to voice whatever questions or concerns that you may have prior to the procedure.
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