Question 1

is it normal to have a very constricted pupil after cataract surgery? what could be the reasons?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Your cataract surgeon may have used intraoperative medication to constrict the pupil (Miochol™, Miostat™). This is medication is used for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it's use is to assess vitreous presentation in the anterior chamber during capsular rupture. It is also used for anterior chamber intraocular lens placement &amp; for performing an iridectomy. The pupil construction will resolve.

Question 2

when will constricted pupils after cataract surgery go away?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Cataract surgery involves the substitution of an artificial lens for the removed and cloudy natural lens.  This causes the iris to recede backwards in the eye as the new lens is smaller.  This creates a smaller pupil and that is the usual expectation.  On your next visit with your cataract surgeon bring this up as perhaps there is some remedy or other cause in your case.

Question 3

which lens is better after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Complex: This depends on what goals you have with your surgery.  Your ophthalmologist should discuss the options, benefits and limitations of the available lens implants.

Question 4

how exactly will your vision be after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Vision &amp; Catarac: Vision usually decreases with cataract formation; Depending on pre-operative risk factors (ie, hypertension, diabetes, pseudoexfoliation, trauma, etc) the vast majority of patients achieve 20/20 vision after cataract surgery (low risk factor patients). Most patients say colors are brighter after VA much better. More info at: eyedoc2020 blogspot com

Question 5

seeing arcs of light after cataract surgery, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Arcs of light after cataract surgery can be related to the lens implant or the vitreous gel of the eye.  Please see your eye surgeon for a proper diagnosis.

Question 6

should i be concerned that i see flashing lights after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many times flash lights, or photopsias, can occur from the way light hits the implant; however, they can also be a sign of a retinal problem.  Call your surgeon today.

Question 7

can i wear contacts after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes.  If you need a prescription after surgery, then contact lenses can be used.

Question 8

is it normal to have dizziness after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: Cataract surgery does not cause dizziness.  You should see a primary care doctor for evaluation of dizziness.

Question 9

what happens if the wrong lens was implanted after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Likely lens exchange: Choosing the correct refractive power in the lens implanted in the eye during cataract surgery is vitally important to restoring clear vision. If the incorrect lens is mistakenly implanted, typically a second surgery to replace the lens is required. On occasion the incorrect lens is similar enough to the correct lens that minor glasses or even laser surgery can be done to correct the error.

Question 10

when can i go swimming after cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It really depends on your surgeon and the surgical technique.  I use no stitches and usually advise my patients that they cannot go swimming for two weeks following cataract surgery.

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