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A member asked:

Eight months ago i had strabismus surgery and recently one of the muscles has become a little sore. is that normal?

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Dr. Amin Ashrafzadeh answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Unlikely: The discomfort you are feeling is not likely to be related, but rather likely just surface irritation. Use some artificial tears. If it persists see an ophthalmologist.

Dr Blackwelder and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/2/2013

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