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The gas bubble in my eye is causing blurry vision, when can i expect this to go away? gas used was sf6
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SF6 gas: Sf6 gas typically resolves in 1-2 weeks depending on the size of bubble used at the time of surgery. The duration of the bubble can vary from patient to patient.
Answered 12/5/2012
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