I had lasik peformed in June 2000. I was told I was a candidate and I believe I was, but I was never told I had a slight astigmatism; Manifest Refraction: OS -375/0.75x110.
Post lasik Manifest Refraction: OS -2.75+ 2.00 x 22 = 20/15
then checked a week later OS -0.5 + 2.5 x 10 = 20/25 +2
I complained of OS eye discomfort from the beginning and was told I had dry eye and tear plugs were inserted, but fell out. I continued to have pain in the left eye and was repeatedly told I had dry eye. I was never told anything about keratoconus or astigmatism or anything but that I had dry eye. I started restasis with some relief, however after moving and getting a new eye doctor I have been fitted with very expensive glasses/ contact lenses because my astigmatism is now 3.5. My pain symptoms are vurtually gone. So, can someone maybe explain how this would not be addressed or should I be upset or am I just one of the statistics and get over it. I feel if I had been told from the beginning I could have been fitted for glasses sooner and decreased the progression of the problem. Any help would be appreciated.

Please feel free to email me your preop topos and information, as well as your recent topographies. My email is
I help with an ectasia support group. If you indeed have ectasia - then if you are interested you can participate in the support group - with other patients who have also experienced ectasia.

Best regards

Bill Trattler, MD
Miami, FL