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How
to take care of my eyes?
Post-op Eye Care
- Start antibiotic and anti-inflammatory
eye drops according to instructions from your doctor. Some
patients may have a slight burning sensation after instillation
of eye drops.
- Artificial tears can be used anytime
when your eyes feel dry.
- Wear eye shields for protection for
the first week while sleeping to avoid accidental trauma
to the eyes.
- Avoid using eye make-up, especially
mascara, for 1 week to reduce the chance of infection.
- Avoid exposing the eyes to soap or
unclean water for 1 week.
- Avoid swimming for 1 month.
- Wear sun-glasses for 1 month to prevent
foreign bodies from getting into the eyes and protect them
from ultraviolet light when you are outdoors.
- Avoid steam and sauna for at least
3 months.
- Avoid rubbing or contusion to the eyes
for at least 6 months.
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