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Our surgeons at the Marietta Eye Clinic provide each patient a copy of their individual post-operation instructions during the eye consultation prior to the procedure. Carefully following all directions from your doctor can help ensure an easy recovery process. Below are some general guidelines to follow after your eye surgery.
After cataract surgery, it is common for the eye to feel scratchy or gritty as if sand was present. We encourage you to use your lubricating drops (Blink, Systane or Refresh) 4-5 5times per hour until the gritty feeling is gone. Your vision will probably appear blurry as well. Depending on the type of surgery, you may experience vision fluctuations for several weeks. If you are wearing a patch, leave it in place until your doctor says to remove it.
There are several actions you can take after your eye surgery to speed your recovery and protect your results. While your experience will differ based on your specific surgery, there are some general guidelines you can follow for a more comfortable recovery.
Get the help you need
After your eye surgery, you will need someone to drive you home. You may also need help with everyday tasks for the next few days.Take care while showering and shaving. You need to be very careful when washing your face or hair after eye surgery to avoid getting soap or other products in your eyes. Wait to take a shower for at least a day after your treatment.
Wear sunglasses
Your eyes will likely feel more sensitive to light for a few days after your procedure. Wearing sunglasses can improve your comfort level and protect your eyes as they heal.
Clean your eyelids
You may develop crusting or have another form of discharge after treatment. This is normal. You can clean your eyelids with warm tap water and a cotton pad or tissue. Make sure not to apply pressure to the eye as you do so.
Use medications as directed
Your doctor may prescribe eye drops or other medications to help prevent infections and encourage healing. Make sure to carefully follow all instructions related to medication to ensure you are taking it safely.
There are some activities which you can return to immediately after surgery, such as walking, reading, shaving, bathing, and watching TV. For others, you should wait a few days and for some activities, you may need to wait several weeks. After eye surgery, you should avoid:
Do not wear any eye makeup or use any products around your eyes for at least a week after surgery.
Patients should avoid swimming and using hot tubs for at least 5 days after surgery.
Try to avoid touching your eyes as much as possible and minimize pressure to them. Your doctor may give you a shield to wear at night to protect your eyes while you sleep.Performing strenuous activities
For the first few weeks, you should take it easy and limit physical activities, such as lifting heavy objects, jogging, swimming, contact sports, or even coughing heavily.
Cigarette smoke can get in your eyes and cause real discomfort, so avoid being around smoke at all. In addition, tobacco can slow the healing process.
Dust, fumes, and other contaminants can cause infection while your eyes are healing.