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A member asked:

I had cataract surgery a couple of days ago. can i wear plastic dark glasses to bed instead of the tape on shield?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Cataract surgery : No. The shield is recommended to prevent you from rubbing your eye during sleep. Please wear the shield for the prescribed number of nights.

Dr Hegab and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/4/2019

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