ICL surgery is generally not suitable if your prescription is still changing significantly.
Why ongoing change is a concern
Surgery would soon be out of date.
- Risk of under‑ or over‑correction as myopia or astigmatism progresses
- Possibility of needing repeat procedures or lens exchange
- Unclear whether progression is due to normal growth or an underlying disease
- Harder to predict long‑term visual outcomes
- Standard guidelines recommend waiting until refraction stabilises
Preferred approach
Monitoring and further investigation come first.
- Regular eye tests to confirm the rate and pattern of change
- Screening for keratoconus or other ectatic disorders
- Consideration of stronger glasses or contact lenses in the meantime
- Re‑evaluation for ICL once stability is documented
- Discussion of lifestyle and occupational needs while waiting
