why is lasik eye surgery not allowed in pre-employment medicals in industry?
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Well, if I understand your question correctly, the answer is:\nYou can have lasik eye surgery and be ok for your pre-employmnet medical test, IF you have it 6 OR MORE MONTHS PRIOR to the medical test.
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Basik Lasik: Tips on Lasik Eye Surgery\nProduced in cooperation with the American Academy of Ophthalmology.\nIf you're tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses, you may be considering Lasik eye surgery — one of the newest procedures to correct vision problems. Before you sign up for the surgery, get a clear picture of what you can expect. \nThe Facts\n•Lasik is surgery to a very delicate part of the eye. \n•Hundreds of thousands of people have had Lasik, most very successfully. \n•As with any surgery, there are risks and possible complications. \n•Lasik may not give you perfect vision. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) reports that seven out of 10 patients achieve 20/20 vision, but 20/20 does not always mean perfect vision. \n•If you have Lasik to correct your distance vision, you'll still need reading glasses around age 45. \n•Lasik surgery is too new to know if there are any long-term ill effects beyond five years after surgery. \n•Lasik surgery cannot be reversed. \n•Most insurance does not cover the surgery. \n•You may need additional surgery — called "enhancements" — to get the best possible vision after Lasik. \nUnderstanding Your Eyes \nTo see clearly, the cornea and the lens must bend — or refract — light rays so they focus on the retina — a layer of light-sensing cells that line the back of the eye. The retina converts the light rays into impulses that are sent to the brain, where they are recognized as images. If the light rays don't focus on the retina, the image you see is blurry. This is called a refractive error. Glasses, contacts and refractive surgery attempt to reduce these errors by making light rays focus on the retina. \nRefractive errors are caused by an imperfectly shaped eyeball, cornea or lens, and are of three basic types: \n•myopia — nearsightedness; only nearby objects are clear. \n•hyperopia — farsightedness; only objects far away are clear. \n•astigmatism — images are blurred at a distance and near. \nThere's also presbyopia — "aging eye." The condition usually occurs between ages 40 and 50, and can be corrected with bifocals or reading glasses. \nAre You a Good Candidate for Lasik? \nLasik is not for everyone. \n•You should be at least 18 years old (21 for some lasers), since the vision of people younger than 18 usually continues to change. \n•You should not be pregnant or nursing as these conditions might change the measured refraction of the eye. \n•You should not be taking certain prescription drugs, such as Accutane or oral prednisone. \n•Your eyes must be healthy and your prescription stable. If you're myopic, you should postpone Lasik until your refraction has stabilized, as myopia may continue to increase in some patients until their mid- to late 20s. \n•You should be in good general health. Lasik may not be recommended for patients with diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, glaucoma, herpes infections of the eye, or cataracts. You should discuss this with your surgeon. \n•Weigh the risks and rewards. If you're happy wearing contacts or glasses, you may want to forego the surgery. \n•Understand your expectations from the surgery. Are they realistic? \n•Ask your doctor if you're a candidate for monovision — correcting one eye for distance vision and the other eye for near vision. Lasik cannot correct presbyopia so that one eye can see at both distance and near. However, Lasik can be used to correct one eye for distance and the other for near. If you can adjust to this correction, it may eliminate or reduce your need for reading glasses. In some instances, surgery on only one eye is required. If your doctor thinks you're a candidate, ask about the pros and cons. \nFinding a Surgeon \nOnly ophthalmologists (Eye MDs) are permitted to perform Lasik. Ask your Eye MD or optometrist for a referral to an Eye MD who performs Lasik. The American Academy of Ophthalmology websit
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I'm unaware of any laws that restrict lowering pay for a non work related injury. You could go on disability (would probably pay more than half) if your doctor stated that you could not do your work. Im no expert , just a field of interest(workers rights)
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Choosing the right procedure requires you to do some research, to pose good questions to your eye care provider, and even get the opinions of others, especially if your provider does not offer or is trained in LASEK.\n\nThere are certainly times when LASEK is the procedure of choice for certain patients.  The questions are:\n1- Does your prescription and comfort level make you a good candidate for LASEK?\n2- If so, who would be the right eye surgeon to perform my surgery.
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not only can you collect workmans comp, your employer could get into a lot of trouble for knowingly letting you work without the doctors approval!!!!!
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Because if you are not fit to do the labor that is required, than you won't be much of an asset to the company.\nAlso now they like to do drug tests, because drugs cause a lot of injuries and mistakes in the workplace, and the company might get sued over it....
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Ive been looking into lasik lately and I believe it's primary purpose is for nearsighted (or folks you can't see very far) vision. \nDon't quote me. You can use that link to learn more.
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I personally know someone who recieved laser eye surgery. For a while, he was fine, but he eventually went back to glasses.
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There has to be a reason why they are asking for the tests.  The only ones that I got the last time I went to an optometrist was the screening test for glaucoma and what strengh of lenses I needed.\nOphthalmologists are medical doctors trained in the specialty of the eye and its diseases.  They do surgery and spend their time looking at cataracts, retinal separation and other diseases.\nThere is some overlap between the 2, but Optometrists are ones trained in dealing with fitting glasses.  There is some overlap in screening for disorders like AV nicking and macular problems.  They are not as apt to deal with the things that they discover.
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Something tells me you have something keeping you from seeing like you used to, like cataracts, in which case, medicare will pay for it, so either get on it, or wait until you can, they will pay for cataract surgery, which is NOT a laser surgery, I'm sorry to say.  If your doctor cannot fix your vision with glasses, there's somethine else going on.  Laser surgery (Lasik)is done for people who only have the glasses problem.\n\nHere's some basic info about eyes I think would do you some good...\n\nhttp://www.midwesteyecare.com/Section/index.php?SectionID=7
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I work for a LASIK and cataract surgeon so I feel I can give you some advise.  \n\nThe majority of complications associated with LASIK surgery involve the process of making the flap on the cornea.  In LASIK there are two main methods for making the flap.  One is with a devise called a microkeratome, which is basically a blade that is used to cut a flap in the cornea. The other devise is a femtosecond laser called Intralase that is used to make a flap.\n\nIt is proven that the Intralase system greatly reduses the accuracy of making the flap and the chances of any significant complications with the surgery.\n\nSo the main thing that I would recommend is going with a doctor that uses Intralase rather then a microkeratome.  You should be able to find a doctor doing this in most major metropolitan areas.\n\nAnd also don't settle for the bargain basement LASIK centers.  In life, you get what you pay for.  And do you really want to buy a surgery that's on sale?\n\nWell good luck on your decision.  LASIK is definately not for everyone, but it is amazing for those that qualify for it!
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Many people are getting LASIK as an alternative to glasses or contact lenses. Dry eye and allergies do not automatically mean LASIK cannot be done. It depends on the degree of the dry eye and the nature of the allergies. If you get allergies only during a specific season (for example, only in the spring), the doctor may suggest that you not have LASIK during that part of the year. \n\nAlso, both dry eye and allergies may potentially cause challenges after surgery. The most common complication after LASIK is dry eye. Dry eye present before LASIK may be made worse after LASIK. This may improve with time, or may be permanent. Common treatments include administering artificial tears and plugging the tear ducts to prevent drainage of the tears. \n\nI have allergies, and often rub my eyes, sometimes without giving it a second thought. It is important not to rub the eye after LASIK, as this may dislodge the flap. Also, antihistamines taken to relieve the symptoms of allergies can make dry eye worse.\n\nDry eye may be related to the allergies, as well. Tears function to wash away debris and potential irritants. With dry eye, the tears are not plentiful enough to moisturize the eye and clear away debris and irritants.\n\nA doctor would best be able to tell you whether you are a good candidate for LASIK. If you speak with a doctor, be sure to mention dry eye and allergies during the evaluation process. Getting a few evaluations is a good idea.\n\nHope this is helpful. Good luck!
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i think so... but there is a chance you can come out blinde...\n\nduh its eye surgery\n\nbut like yeah im sure its safe if you get a good doctor\n\nnothing is 100% safe when you think about it\n\njust dont think that you can go blinde if the doctors makes an uh oh
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It depends on where you live. If you are in Florida, forget it.  They are ONLY for the employer unless it is related to prejudice or something.  I had cancer and was fired for "missing too much work" as I couldn't have all the surgeries, radiation, etc. done at my desk.  Sorry for your luck.  It sucks.
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Sounds like something you need to discuss with your doctor.  Your employer may require something from the doc stating your health does not prevent you from performing the job duties required  of you.
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yes!  my sister had lasik and has had all kinds of eye problems since then, going back for several follow up visits and now they say, oops, you might go blind in that eye but that's a risk if you look at the small print.  there was also a radio announcer in our area that had lasik and ended up having continual problems.  on the other hand, 3 other siblings had lasik without a problem.  there are alternatives if you have a stigmatism, but it's more complicated and the buy one get one free docs don't do it
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I would like to be a reconstructive surgeon myself and i am currently in medical school, and im sorry to say that this type of "cosmetic" surgeon cannot be done in a hospital "legally" this is something you would have to get done by someone who does things such as slipping tongues, placing horns under the skin, and things like that which are all done with no anesthesia, so if u can stand the pain go a head, but u will have to find someone who is skilled and someone u can really trust.