Question 1

why do my eyes sting after an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

Were any drops used: When numbing drops wear off, depending on what exam things were done and any coexisting corneal pathology, eyes could sting.

Question 2

will my eyes be blurry after an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Commonly the eyes are dilated to get a good look at the back by your ophthalmologist (you are seeing an ophthalmologist -right? The only medical/surgical trained eye care person).  Dilated eyes do not focus as well, especially at near.  The focus will be restored after 4-8  hours when your bodily chemistry eliminates the dilating chemical.

Question 3

could i do anything to undilate my eyes after an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

No: Most patients have their pupils return to normal after 1-2 hours.

Question 4

how long should your eyes stay dilated after an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

6-48 hrs: Depending on the drops used.  The most common drop tropicamide has a dilating effect of 4-8 hrs.  Next is cyclogyl (cyclopentolate) 24-48 hrs.

Rarely other longer acting drops are used in regular exam.  If you are stays dilated more than 48 hrs contact your eye doctor.

Question 5

please explain how long will my eyes stay dilated after an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

Pupil dilating drops: Usually last for 4-6 hours after they are instilled.  Depending on the patient, the drops may last longer, especially with people who are blue-eyed.  In addition, some dilating drops are known to last longer.  We try to avoid them whenever possible so the drops wear off more quickly.

Question 6

is it possible for sunlight to damage your eyes after an eye exam if your eyes were too dilated?

Accepted Answer

No: While more light is let in, the protective reflex to avoid looking directly at the sun is still in place, so you will be ok  if you don't stare at the sun until the drops wear off.

Question 7

is it necessary to have your eyes dilated when having an eye exam?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends what your are looking for, what the problem is that you are being examined for and the doctor and his or her preference.  Often the doctor can see what is needed without dilation.  However, a thorough and comple exam will require dilation and a good look at the back of the eye (retina).  There are many other reasons to give.

Question 8

how long does it take for eyes to go back to normal after eye exam dilation?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The effects of dilation typically lasts a few hours depending on the specific drops that were used to dilate your eyes. There are some drops that take longer to wear off.

Question 9

could watch tv and using cell phone after dilated eye exam cause damage to eyes?

Accepted Answer

No: Discomfort might last for a few hours, but damage from these low light activities- very unlikey. . Do not stare at sun or at any very bright light source.

Question 10

appointment for an eye exam and he discovered that i have cataracts in both eyes. my od wants to wait a year. so why wait?

Accepted Answer

It depends: It depends on how much the cataracts are affecting your vision. If you are only minimally affected (few symptoms, not routinely frustrated by visual symptoms) then the surgery wont make a large improvement in vision and it wont be covered by insurance. The symptoms and vision will get worse and then it may make sense to operate.  You will have improved vision after surgery and it will be covered.

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