What are post op instructions for cataract surgery?

They include:

1. Don’t do any strenuous activities for a few weeks. Avoid rigorous exercise and heavy lifting.
2. Don’t drive.
3. Follow your doctor’s orders regarding any antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops.
4. Stay away from dusty areas.
5. Don’t rub your eye.
6. Don’t swim.
7. Don’t wear make-up.

What care should be taken after cataracts?

Avoid rubbing and scratching your eyes, at all costs! Do not submerge your head underwater for at least a week post-op. Avoid wearing make-up, eye make-up especially, for at least 2-3 weeks post-surgery. If you experience vision loss, persistent pain, light flashes, nausea or vomiting, see your doctor right away.

What can you not do after cataract surgery?

Here are 7 things that you shouldn’t do after cataract surgery:

1. Drive. You shouldn’t drive at least 24 hours after cataract surgery.
2. Wear Makeup. Makeup is full of bacteria!
3. Perform Any Strenuous Activity.
4. Go Near Dusty Areas.
5. Swim.
6. Forget To Wear Sunglasses Outside.
7. Rub Your Eye.

How long does it take for cataracts to heal after surgery?

Your doctor may prescribe eyedrops or other medication to prevent infection, reduce inflammation and control eye pressure. Sometimes, these medications can be injected into the eye at the time of surgery. After a couple of days, most of the discomfort should disappear. Often, complete healing occurs within eight weeks.

Are you sitting or lying down during cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery is usually done in the day care unit at the London Clinic, opposite Clinica London. It is an outpatient procedure, meaning that you go into the hospital for only an hour or so and are sitting in a comfortable reclining chair while you wait to go into the operating theatre.

Does cataract surgery give you 20 20 Vision?

Some patients ask if they will have 20/20 vision after the procedure. Most patients can achieve 20/20 vision as long as they have no other conditions. Conditions that can affect the quality of vision after cataract surgery include: Glaucoma.

Do and don’ts before cataract surgery?

Makeup, lotions, and perfumes should be washed off the day before cataract surgery. Do not reapply any makeup until your eye doctor clears it. Particles from your makeup can get into your eyes, no matter how careful you are. In their state of healing, your eyes will be much more likely to become infected.

Do you take all your clothes off for cataract surgery?

Wear warm, comfortable, and practical clothing (avoid high heels) on the day of your surgery. Flat shoes with good, non-slip treading are best. You’ll be given a gown to wear over your clothes and will not need to get changed for the procedure.

What should I do during my recovery from bunion surgery?

During the first couple of weeks, the most important parts of bunion surgery recovery are to keep your foot elevated, the wound and dressing dry and to keep walking to a minimum. These are the things you should do to ensure you make a good bunion surgery recovery:

When do stitches and dressings come out after bunion surgery?

Stitches and dressings are usually removed after two weeks and after this it is ok to get the foot wet. However, sometimes you will need to continue with a cast or dressings to hold to toes in place for a few more weeks during bunion surgery recovery depending on the type of operation.

What to know about postoperative care after cataract surgery?

The postoperative care ensures that the cataract patient has the best possible results in vision restoration. Complications may even occur after the cataract surgery. Hence, it is the responsibility of the operating ophthalmologist to make the patient understand and follow the aftercare regimen in the postoperative period.

When to take a sponge bath after bunion surgery?

It is important to keep the dressing clean and dry. You should cover the dressing with a plastic bag or plastic wrap and tape it with plastic tape when showering. An alternative is to take a sponge bath. The stitches will be removed during a follow-up visit, generally scheduled about two weeks after surgery.