“Can type 2 diabetics get Lasik eye surgery?”

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“Can type 2 diabetics get Lasik eye surgery?”

I have type 2 diabetes and want to have Lasik surgery for myopia. Can type 2 diabetics get Lasik eye surgery?

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**Mayra A. Tovias** Optometrist Santa Fe, TX · Accepted Answer

Mayra A. Tovias Optometrist Santa Fe, TX

Type 2 diabetics can have LASIK as long as the condition is under good control.

**Dr. Steven Vale** Ophthalmologist Scranton, PA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Steven Vale Ophthalmologist Scranton, PA

Yes. If blood sugar is under control and hemoglobin A1c is less than 6.5.

**Dr. Mary Elizabeth Ferris** Optometrist Chehalis, WA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mary Elizabeth Ferris Optometrist Chehalis, WA

Yes, but you want to ensure your A1c is normal and glucose is stable so that your measurements are accurate. If not, wait until they are.

**Dr. Fatima Qureshi** Optometrist Lafayette, LA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Fatima Qureshi Optometrist Lafayette, LA

First get your eyes checked for diabetic retinopathy .