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How can i take care of the eye after the cataract surgery?
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Use drops : Following cataract surgery, most ophthalmologists prescribe eye drops - including anti-inflammatory and antibiotics. It is important to use them as directed. I tell my patients to avoid eyeliner makeup for a week and avoid firm finger to eye contact. Otherwise no major restrictions with the latest laser cataract or traditional cataract surgery
Answered 9/28/2016
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Post Cataract Care: After Small Incision Cataract Surgery, most eyeMD recommend no bending, lifting heavy things, straining for at least 3-5 days w/ shield on at night time/when sleeping; no swimming with eyes open under water as well. If you had an ECCE, most extend this to 7-10days depending if there is no wound leak at the suture site. Keep eye clean w/gentle lid hygiene when MD says: see: eyedoc2020.blogspot.com
Answered 11/23/2018
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