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Following cataract surgery will i need eye drops , what to do?
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Cataract care: You should be given instructions by your surgeon. In most cases eye drops are prescribed and patients will be asked to protect the eye with a shield when sleeping for a short time after surgery. Make sure you get written instructions to avoid confusion.
Answered 3/2/2014
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Drops after CS: Yes, all patients need eye drops after cataract surgery. More info: eyedoc2020.blogspot.com
Answered 9/27/2014
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