Certain conditions, such as autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), immunodeficiency states (e.g., HIV) and diabetes, and some medications (e.g., retinoic acid and steroids) may prevent proper healing after a refractive procedure.

In general, most people who have laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/20 vision or better, which works well for most activities. But most people still eventually need glasses for driving at night or reading as they get older. LASIK surgery has a good track record.

You may be able to get laser eye surgery on the NHS if you have: an eye condition that could lead to loss of vision, including blindness. problems with your sight that cannot be corrected by wearing glasses or contact lenses.

If you have a low prescription but are bothered by relying on your glasses or contact lenses for specific tasks, LASIK may still be beneficial. It can improve your daily life and reduce the reliance on corrective eyewear.