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Within the last two years, a rare eye infection called fungal keratitis has been popping up among contact lens wearers. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found 164 cases in 33 states, and one territory between June 1, 2005 and June 30, 2006. A staggering 94 percent of cases were from wearers of soft contact lenses.
LASIK is usually done under a local anaesthetic which numbs the area but you will be awake. Anaesthetic drops will be put into your eye before treatment begins, and a special frame will be used to prevent you blinking during the procedure.
It will not be possible to see out of your eye as it is being treated, although you may be able to see a red or green light.If you do develop keratitis, contact your eye care professional, who will determine if the keratitis is due to a fungal infection.
If you experience excessive redness, blurry vision, pain, swelling, discharge, excessive tearing, increased sensitivity to light or any other unusual eye symptoms, you should remove the lenses and contact your eye care professional.
These symptoms do not necessarily imply a fungal infection, but do indicate that you have a problem and may require medical treatment.
