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Can I swim 2 weeks after laser eye surgery?

I had laser eye surgery 2 weeks ago. Can I swim 2 weeks after laser eye surgery?

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Whether you can go swimming depends on what laser procedure has been performed and to what degree the eye has healed. Follow your doctors advice.
Yes, it is generally safe to swim after LASIK, but it's crucial to follow your surgeon's specific instructions and recommendations. A general guideline is to avoid swimming for the first week or two, then gradually reintroduce water activities with eye protection (goggles) before fully resuming normal swimming after about a month