Many patients experience some discomfort in the first 24 to 48 hours after PRK surgery, and almost all experience sensitivity to light. Other side effects may include:
- Dry eyes
- Infection
- Glare
- Seeing halos around images. These are most noticeable when you're viewing lights at night, such as while you're driving.
Longer term side effects may include:
- Loss of best vision achieved with glasses
- Seeing a minor glare which can be permanent, depending on a patient’s pupil size in dim light
- Mild halos around images
- Dry eyes