Is there pain or discomfort with glaucoma laser surgery?
There is a slight stinging sensation associated with LPI and ALT. In YAG CP laser surgery, a local anesthetic is used to numb the eye. Once the eye has been numbed, there should be little or no pain and discomfort. What are the long-term benefits of having glaucoma laser surgery? Will a repeat procedure be needed? Glaucoma laser surgeries help to lower the IOP in the eye. The length of time the IOP is lowered depends on the type of laser surgery, the type of glaucoma, age, race, and many other factors. Some people may need the surgery repeated to get better control of the IOP, depending on the type of laser surgery done. Is it common to have laser surgery over two sessions? For people requiring ALT surgery, half of the fluid channels are usually treated first. Depending on the person’s eye, the other fluid channels can be treated at a different time. This method prevents over-correction and lowers the risk of an increased IOP after the surgery. Will laser surgery eliminate the need for
