Contact Lens for Astigmatism

Can I have vison corrective surgury if I have astigmatism?

I have astigmatism fully in my right eye and just a little in my left. I wear contacts currently, but would really like to have lasik or any other corrective procedure. But I've heard that it's not recommended to have it done with astigmatism becaue it might make any irregularities on my eye due to the astigmatism permanent. Is this true?

Public Comments

1. lasik is the best. i had it and have no problems later.
2. If your optomitrist says no, then I would go with that, if you want you should get a second opinion but I'd go with someone who has gone to school to learn these things rather than mess up what eyesight you have
3. yes that is true my fiance had astigmatism and the doctor gave him new contacts to try to correct it because he wants to get lasik surgery they usually wont do it with astigmatism try the new hydroclear contacts to correct it they give your eyes more oxygen and try not to wear your contacts longer then needed or recommended other then that speak to your doctor about it he/she should have mroe information.
4. Yes, lasik surgery can correct this. Most opthalomogist who perform this will offer you a free consultation without obligation. I have heard rave reviews from people that live in N.M. re: Dr. Coleman and his life-time guarantee. Best wishes.