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If I have a retinal problem, does that mean I need surgery?
Not always. Conditions such as epiretinal membrane, macular hole, retinal detachment, and vitreous hemorrhage require different approaches depending on their type and severity. Some can be monitored or managed with injections or laser treatment, while others require surgery.

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21	Is enhancement surgery possible after SMILE? Some patients may be candidates for further vision correction after SMILE. We first assess the depth of the original treatment, remaining corneal tissue, corneal shape, current refractive error, and t...
20	Why is corneal thickness particularly important for a second laser procedure? An enhancement procedure removes additional tissue from a cornea that has already undergone surgery. We consider the residual stromal bed, total corneal thickness, corneal shape, and expected treatmen...
19	Can glare and halos that started after LASIK be treated? Additional treatment may be considered if glare and halos are related to an irregular cornea or the position of the original treatment zone. However, dry eye, pupil size, or changes in the natural len...
18	What is the difference between monofocal and multifocal intraocular lenses? A monofocal intraocular lens is generally designed to focus at one distance. Multifocal lenses are designed to reduce reliance on glasses at multiple distances. However, some multifocal IOLs can cause...
17	When does an intraocular lens need to be exchanged? IOL exchange may be considered if a lens becomes dislocated, if its power is significantly different from what the eye needs, or if substantial lens-related symptoms persist despite treatment of other...
16	If there is bleeding inside my eye, will I need surgery right away? It depends on what caused the bleeding and the condition of the retina. In some cases, vitreous hemorrhage can be monitored while the blood clears. However, prompt evaluation and possibly surgery may ...
15	Does retinal detachment need to be operated on urgently? Retinal detachment is an eye emergency, and the timing of surgery can have a major impact on vision after treatment. Prompt surgery is particularly important before the macula, the part of the retina ...
14	What is the difference between air and gas used during retinal detachment surgery? During retinal detachment surgery, air or a medical gas may be placed inside the eye to help keep the retina in position while it heals. Air is absorbed faster than longer-acting gases, which can allo...
13	Will I have to lie face down after retinal detachment surgery? Not always. Your postoperative positioning depends on the location of the retinal breaks, whether air, gas, or silicone oil was used, and the surgical technique. Some patients need to keep their head ...
12	What is the difference between LASIK, LASEK, and SMILE? LASIK reshapes the cornea with a laser after creating a corneal flap. LASEK reshapes the cornea after removing the surface epithelium. SMILE-type procedures create a small disc of tissue, called a len...
11	Can I have vision correction surgery if I have severe myopia or thin corneas? Severe nearsightedness or thin corneas do not automatically rule out every type of vision correction. However, we need to determine whether enough corneal tissue would remain after treatment and check...
10	How long should I stop wearing contact lenses before my preoperative examination? For accurate measurements, we generally recommend stopping contact lens wear for at least one week before the examination. Contact lenses can temporarily alter corneal shape and tear-film quality, aff...