Tips for Immediately After Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery involves removing the diseased lens from your eye and replacing it with an artificial lens. As an outpatient procedure, you will go home the same day after it has been performed and do most of your recovery at home.

Because of this, the experts at Sites Vision Clinic in Clarksville have outlined a few key steps and best practices you should take when recovering from cataracts surgery, glaucoma surgery, or other similar procedures. Continue reading to learn more about post cataract surgery care.

What to Expect After Cataract Surgery?

When you have glaucoma or cataract surgery, you will be unable to drive home. Because of this, it is critical to have someone you trust to take you home following the procedure. Even though it is an outpatient procedure, you may still experience pain, discomfort, or grogginess for a few hours following the surgery. Other things to expect on the day of surgery include:

• Bloodshot or red eye
• A sensation of grit in your eye
• Watery eyes
• Double or blurry vision

Tips for Immediately After Cataract Surgery

If the optometry specialists at Sites Vision Clinic prescribe you medicated drops, make sure to use the drops as prescribed. At the same time, you should receive a pair of prescription sunglasses to offer your eyes protection from the glare of lights or sun. Make sure you wear the sunglasses for the length of time suggested by the ophthalmologist. To ensure the safety of your eyes while you sleep, wear the protective visor or eye patch given to you. This simple step will help prevent your eye from being poked or hit in your sleep.

Tips for Cataract Surgery a Few Days After

After your surgery is complete, you may experience mild discomfort for 24 to 48 hours. In either case, it is important you follow all directions, which may include the use of medicated drops. It is vital you avoid getting anything in your eye, including sterile water, soap, or any other foreign substance. While you may be able to perform regular activities, you should always protect your eye. Specifically, you should avoid:

• Touching your eye
• Scratching your eye
• Rubbing your eye
• Poking your eye

At the same time, it is best to avoid using cosmetic type products, such as:

• Hair products
• Perfumes
• Face washes
• Makeup
• And other similar substances.

Contact Sites Vision Clinic for Optometry Solutions

At Sites Vision Clinic, we offer treatment options for glaucoma, cataracts, and a host of other conditions. Our goal is to help you look, feel, and see your absolute best.