The most effective and safe method of surgical treatment of cataracts is the replacement of the lens of the eye using ultrasonic or laser phacoemulsification. The recovery period after such treatment can be divided into three stages:

1. the first week after the operation;
2. the first postoperative month;
3. six months after treatment.

On first stage, immediately after the operation, the patient notes a significant increase in visual acuity. However, as after any other operation, there may be some adverse reactions to pain medications and to the intervention itself (pain in the eye and adjacent areas, swelling of the eyelids, general weakness). To relieve such phenomena, non-steroidal painkillers can be prescribed, recommendations are given on nutrition and fluid intake, head position during sleep.

On second stage vision improves even more noticeably, but its sharpness is unstable. In order for the final effect of the treatment to be maximum, a sparing regimen for the eyes should be observed in the first month after the operation. This applies to reading, watching TV, working at a computer. Temporary wearing of glasses may be indicated to reduce eye strain. As a rule, in the second period, eye drops are prescribed according to a certain individual scheme(anti-inflammatory and disinfectant solutions). By the end of the second rehabilitation period, the frequency of instillations gradually decreases.

Third stage after ultrasonic and laser phacoemulsification is characterized by maximum restoration of vision already at the beginning of this period. Only a few restrictions remain and are gradually being lifted. After vision has reached its maximum, it is possible to choose glasses or lenses for additional correction. Rehabilitation after extracapsular or intracapsular cataract extraction is longer. Only after the removal of sutures in the third postoperative period, vision is finally restored, and glasses or lenses can be prescribed.

Restrictions in the postoperative period

Most often, after the operation, the doctor conducts a conversation with the patient and explains the essence of the treatment performed, not only prescribing a drug therapy regimen, but also giving recommendations on the recovery period. It is advisable to write down this information and strictly follow it so that surgical treatment does not lose its original meaning due to violations of the rules of conduct in the recovery period. In a number of clinics, upon discharge, the patient is given a memo indicating the stages of rehabilitation and a description of the rules and restrictions that minimize the risk of complications.

• eye strain;
• medications and treatment regimens;
• eye hygiene;
• sleep mode;
• physical activity and weight lifting;
• thermal procedures and sun exposure;
• use of cosmetics in the eye area;
• nutrition, fluid intake;
• smoking and drinking alcohol

1. The load on vision should be constantly monitored, long static peering and long-term tracking of moving objects should be avoided.

2. Watching TV and working at a computer is not more than an hour in a day.

3. Reading is allowed when good lighting and only until the moment when there is a feeling of fatigue or other discomfort.

4. Driving a car is excluded for a month after the operation.

5. Restrictions in sleep relate to posture. You can not sleep on your stomach and on the side where the eye was operated on.

6. When washing, it is necessary to exclude water from entering the eye, especially since you can not swim in reservoirs and pools. If water still gets into the operated eye, it is recommended to rinse it with an aqueous solution of furacilin 0.02% (chloramphenicol 0.25%).

7. It is necessary to exclude staying in dusty, steamy or smoky rooms.

8. Physical activity is strictly limited. Weight lifting is limited to 3 kilograms in the first month. Excessive force increases intraocular pressure, which can lead to displacement of the artificial lens. Intense and abrupt movements are limited for a month, and some sports - for life (diving, horseback riding, cycling).

10. Diet excludes spicy, spicy, salty. Alcohol and smoking should also be limited, ideally eliminated for a month. Passive smoking should also be avoided.

The process of postoperative recovery needs the control and supervision of an ophthalmologist. Visits to the doctor are organized on an individual basis; their frequency is gradually decreasing.

Video about the postoperative period

Possible complications and undesirable consequences in the surgical treatment of cataracts

As with any surgical treatment, it is impossible to completely eliminate the risks and complications of cataract surgery. Although the methods of modern ophthalmic surgery are highly effective and minimally invasive, and biocompatible implants and technologies are safe, in some cases certain negative complications may develop during or after surgery. They may be related to the following factors:

• ​ individual characteristics a patient that cannot be taken into account in advance (including due to the incompleteness of the information provided or ignorance of the patient himself);
• Violations of recommendations in the postoperative period;
• doctor's mistake during surgery.

The statistics of postoperative complications are as follows:

1. Secondary cataract (10-50%).

2. Increased intraocular pressure (1-5%).

3. Detachment of the retina (0.25-5.7%).

4. Macular edema (1-5%).

5. Displacement of the intraocular lens (1-1.5%).

6. Hemorrhage in the anterior chamber of the eye (0.5-1.5%).

Secondary cataract is the most common complication. This complication is most likely during the operation without the use of microsurgical technologies. The material of the intraocular lens itself may also have a negative effect - it may not be fully compatible with the individual immune characteristics of the patient. Secondary cataract in most cases is subject to laser correction.

Increased intraocular pressure possibly in the first 2-4 days after treatment. If the pressure is steadily increased, puncture treatment is performed.

Retinal detachment most likely if the treatment is performed on the background of diabetes mellitus or severe myopia. This is a serious complication requiring urgent surgical intervention.

macular edema It is characteristic mainly for patients with metabolic disorders, with diabetes mellitus, and a history of glaucoma.

Intraocular lens displacement(dislocation or decentralization) is most likely if there was a mistake by the surgeon during the operation, but may also be due to violations of the regimen in the postoperative period (loads, weight lifting). This complication is corrected surgically.

Hemorrhage in the anterior chamber of the eye it can also be the result of a surgical error or errors in observing a sparing regimen during the rehabilitation period. Such a complication is eliminated conservatively; in rare cases, flushing of the anterior chamber of the eye is required.

Prevention of cataract

The existing risks of developing cataracts due to genetic predisposition or due to advanced age cannot be eliminated. With such a probability, one should limit oneself to regular preventive examinations so as not to miss the onset of the development of the disease.

Patients with diabetes should be aware of a greater risk of developing cataracts, monitor carbohydrate metabolism and regularly undergo examination by an ophthalmologist.

Other known mechanisms for the development of cataracts - traumatic, chemical, radiation - these are the factors that are dangerous not only for the eyes, but for the whole organism as a whole. Any normal person by default tries to avoid such influences.

For the purpose of early diagnosis of cataracts and other eye diseases in adulthood, it is recommended to undergo a preventive examination by an ophthalmologist at least once a year.

In order to preserve vision after surgery, it is necessary to adhere to certain rules recommended by the ophthalmologist for quite a long time. During this period, the instructions regarding rehabilitation should be strictly observed, as they will help to avoid possible complications.

1. Lasts for a week after the removal of the lens. Patients may experience pain in the orbit, irritation of capillaries, mucous membranes. During this period, the body gets used to new circumstances. Patients noticeably improve their vision.
2. Lasts up to a month. Over time, visual abilities can change, depending on the stresses that the eyes are subject to. In some cases, glasses may be required to read or view the monitor. Up to 30 days, a person must create the most gentle regimen for the eyeballs.
3. Continues up to six months. During this period, vision reaches full sharpness, so patients can choose lenses or glasses.

Rehabilitation after cataract surgery does not always last 180 days. The exact recovery time depends on the health of the patient and the type of surgery. If the patient did phacoemulsification, then the rehabilitation period is reduced. With capsular extraction, recovery occurs after the removal of sutures.

Postoperative restrictions: what to avoid?

Modern ophthalmic methods of cataract surgery allow you to return to a normal lifestyle very quickly. It should be noted that surgical intervention does not require subsequent inpatient treatment of the patient. He can go home within a couple of hours after the introduction of the intraocular lens.

Constraints are simple, so they are very easy to implement. It is important to say that the rules of the patient's daily behavior must be followed until complete recovery. Here are the main postoperative obligations to help reduce the risk of complications:

It is also important to monitor the safety of the operated organ of vision. On sunny days, wear safety glasses, do not insert contact lenses, do not touch your eyes with your hands.

Application of eye drops after cataract removal

Mandatory conditions for the restoration of the operated lens is the introduction of special solutions. Intraocular drops help prevent infection of the mucous membrane and speed up the healing process of the cornea. Eye instillation is carried out according to the following scheme:

• The first week, drugs are administered 4 times a day;
• The second 7 days the multiplicity is reduced by three instillations, etc.;
• After a month of therapy, the funds are canceled if the patient has no complications.

Usually, an ophthalmologist prescribes antibacterial drops (Tobrex, Vitabact) for eye disinfection and anti-inflammatory drugs (Indocollir, Naklof) to prevent inflammation of the mucous membranes and neighboring tissues. In some cases, combined agents are used (Maxitrol, Torbadex), if it is necessary to administer drugs with a pronounced effect.

Eye instillation should be carried out according to the following rules:

1. The patient lies on his back and throws his head back.
2. Uncorks the vial with the solution and turns it upside down with a dropper.
3. Removes the lower eyelid with your fingers to form a conjunctival sac.
4. Introduce drops into the cavity under the eyelid and close the eye.
5. To prevent the medicine from leaking out, you can slightly press the inner corner of the eyeball with a finger wrapped in a sterile handkerchief.

If the patient was prescribed several types of drugs at once, then a break of 10 minutes should be taken between their administration. Avoid touching the eyes with a dropper of the drug, so as not to infect the infection.

During the rehabilitation period, at the first stage, the doctor may recommend wearing an eye patch to protect the organ of vision. To do this, use ordinary gauze folded in half. You do not need to bandage the eye through the entire head, you can glue the bandage with adhesive plaster to the forehead to get a "canopy" that is not adjacent to the eye socket. This dressing will protect the patient from dust, drafts, bright lights, and other potentially irritating factors.

You need to adhere to the restrictions until the surgeon says that you can stop fulfilling the mandatory requirements. From time to time, a specialist should be shown to prevent the development of unexpected inflammations or pathologies.

Complications after surgery

Pain in the eyeball due to cataract removal is quite normal, which will stop after a few days. But with severe inflammatory processes and pain, you need to contact a surgeon so as not to miss the appearance of such pathologies:

As you can see, it is very important to comply with mandatory restrictions in order to protect the eyes from the development of serious complications.

Recovery and rehabilitation after cataract surgery

Recovery and rehabilitation after cataract surgery

After cataract surgery, vision is restored in a short time - after 2-3 hours the patient already sees well. However, the rehabilitation period lasts up to several weeks, and during this period certain recommendations and rules must be followed.

Postoperative period

After the cataract removal and intraocular lens implantation is completed, the ophthalmic surgeon applies a bandage to the operated eye, which helps to protect the eye from dirt particles and germs. The bandage can be removed the next day and treated with a cotton swab dipped in a solution of furacilin or chloramphenicol. When going outside during the rehabilitation period, you should also put a tight bandage on your eye or, if possible, eliminate the need to leave the house. Instead of a bandage, you can also use tinted glasses.

You can start watching TV and reading 5-7 days after the operation - by the time the pain in the eye disappears. However, at the onset of even the slightest fatigue, reading should be stopped. Any load during the recovery period must be excluded.

Restrictions and contraindications

Cataract removal is a very serious intervention, as it injures the eye, one of the most complex and vulnerable organs. To speed up healing, rehabilitation in the period after cataract surgery involves following certain rules:

• Refuse to lift weights of more than 4-5 kg ​​- otherwise there is a high risk of a sharp increase in intraocular pressure, the appearance of hemorrhages, puffiness and even retinal detachment.
• Don't tilt your head down long time or too sharply - fraught with an increase in intraocular pressure.
• Refuse to visit baths and saunas, sunbathing on the beach or in a solarium, prolonged exposure to baths with hot water. Heat increases the risk of intraocular hemorrhage.
• Refuse sports associated with shaking - running, cycling, skiing, jumping. Otherwise, the risk of retinal detachment is high.
• Do not rub your eyes, even if it waters. Tears should be carefully blotted with sterile cotton swabs, and they should be carried out only under the eye, but in no case along the eyelid itself.
• Stop smoking and drinking alcohol, limit the amount of liquid you drink to 1.5 liters per day, minimize the consumption of fatty, smoked, fried and salty foods.
• Women are not recommended to use cosmetics.
• Rehabilitation after cataract surgery also involves giving up driving.

As the condition improves, the list of restrictions will be reduced.

Mode and rules

Recovery after cataract removal does not imply strict adherence to bed rest, however, it requires a significant limitation of physical activity. Any physical activity can continue only until the patient feels at least a slight fatigue.

Rinse the operated eye running water is prohibited - instead, a solution of furacilin should be used. Washing your head is also not recommended, as well as using cosmetic lotions to cleanse your face.

Visit the ophthalmologist should be in accordance with the frequency recommended by him.

Recovery after surgery (cataracts are effectively cured only by surgery) also involves the use of eye drops. Drops prescribed by an ophthalmologist help soothe eye irritation, protect against pathogens, and speed up tissue repair.

Possible Complications

Immediately after the operation, many patients feel pain in the eyeball, temple or superciliary arch. This is normal, but prolonged pain may indicate a complication.

The most common complications after cataracts include:

• Secondary cataract (development time - up to several years after removal of the primary cataract). Cause secondary cataract lies in the fact that during the intervention, all the affected cells of the lens were not completely removed.
• The increase in intraocular pressure - occurs both as a result of eye injury during surgery, and as a result of the patient's concomitant diseases, non-compliance with the rehabilitation regimen, and genetic inclinations.
• Retinal detachment - most often caused by eye injuries during surgery and non-compliance with the postoperative regimen.
• Displacement of the lens. It develops both as a result of a medical error during the operation, and because of the discrepancy between the dimensions of the implanted lens and its "supports". This complication requires a second operation.
• Hemorrhage in the anterior eye chamber - develops due to improper installation of the intraocular lens or due to increased physical exertion in the period immediately after the operation. Treatment is medical or surgical.
• Retinal edema. It usually develops due to the presence of concomitant diseases or non-compliance with the regimen during the rehabilitation period.

In the case when the operation was performed by an experienced ophthalmic surgeon, and the patient strictly followed the recommendations regarding the rehabilitation period, the risk of complications is minimal.

According to sociological studies, 17 million people in the world suffer from cataracts. Every year, 10 million lens replacement surgeries are performed to save people's sight. The result of the actions of surgeons is influenced, among other things, by the postoperative behavior of the patient. Rehabilitation after cataract surgery is a necessary condition for accelerating the recovery of visual function.

The degree of recovery also depends on the method of surgical intervention used. People recover faster after holding.

At the end of the operation, a bandage is applied to the patient's eye, which protects against the penetration of pathogenic bacteria, microbes, dust, allergens. After 2 days, it is removed and treated with disinfectants. Then the doctor gives recommendations and restrictions. They will be discussed further.

Recovery period

The rehabilitation period after the lens replacement surgery is usually divided into three stages:

1. The first stage - or the first week after the operation, lasts 7 days. A person feels that his vision has improved, but the body still reacts sharply to the surgical intervention. There is pain in the eye. The doctor prescribes non-steroidal painkillers.
2. The second stage - from 8 to 31 days. A gentle mode is shown, you can not put a lot of stress on your eyes. Wear glasses and instill drops prescribed by your ophthalmologist.
3. The third stage - 5 months (from 31 to 180 days from the date of completion of the operation). During this period, vision is restored.

However, in order to pass without complications, observe the imposed restrictions without exceptions. It is clear that the rules may go against personal preferences or habits. But when it comes to health or vision, you should be prepared for small sacrifices and trust the experience of doctors.

Postoperative restrictions

Replacing the eye lens for cataracts is a major operation. It imposes a number of restrictions on the patient in the postoperative period, and not everyone is able to withstand this test.

There are dozens of negative reviews for clinics and doctors on the net, although the reason for most of them is different - the person gave up (watched TV or bowed) and something went wrong. From the video clip you can learn more about what to do and what to avoid.

Here is a list of jobs that should be excluded in the postoperative period:

• car driving;
• running, strength training, horseback riding, cycling, jumping, gymnastics;
• work at the computer (the first postoperative stage);
• prolonged or frequent head tilts;
• lifting weights (applies to objects heavier than 5 kg).

Playing and watching movies is also prohibited!

List of restrictions:

• do not sleep on the stomach and on the operated side for 30 days.
• do without cosmetics;
• read only in a well-lit room and no longer than 3 hours a day;
• do not take hot baths;
• avoid direct sun rays;
• exclude a solarium, sauna, bath, swimming pool;
• wash with water without soap;
• carefully protect the eye from foreign particles and bacteria;
• do not touch or rub your eyes with your hands;
• go out into the street in sunglasses;
• do not raise your head sharply up;
• try not to work with chemicals and toxic agents.

Mode

After cataract surgery:

• Patient under supervision medical personnel 2-5 hours.
• Then, if the condition is satisfactory, it is allowed to leave the clinic for treatment at home.
• Bed rest is not required, the main thing is to avoid physical and visual stress.
• The next day, return to your doctor for an appointment for an examination. Further visits are discussed individually.
• As the visual function is restored, it is gradually allowed to read, work at the computer, but not longer than 1-3 hours a day.

Hygiene

After the operation, the usual hygiene care will change for a while:

• The first postoperative days, washing your face is prohibited.
• Then, with the permission of the doctor, this procedure can be reintroduced into care, but it is advisable to wash yourself no more than 1-2 times a day without the use of aggressive agents.

Visit doctor

In the postoperative period after cataract removal, you should regularly visit a doctor and follow the instructions.

What drops to instill

After the operation, the use is assigned.

Which one to choose is an ambiguous question, since only the attending physician will take into account the individual intolerance of individual drugs, possible allergic reactions and a number of other factors. Assign the following:

• anti-inflammatory drops - "Naklov".
• antibacterial drops - "Tobrex", "Floxal".
• combined drops - "Maxitrol".

Nutrition

In the first days after the operation, it is better to eat easily digestible food:

• chicken bouillon;
• oatmeal;
• vitamin teas from rose hips and chamomile.

After we return to the usual regime, but we try to eat foods enriched with vitamins:

Vitamin A - found in:

• pumpkin;
• carrots;
• eggs;
• fish.

This vitamin has been proven to be beneficial for eye health, including helping with repair and healing.

Vitamin C - is necessary to strengthen the immune system, which in the postoperative period is important both for the eyes and for the body. This vitamin is found in:

• citruses;
• red currant;
• bow;
• potatoes.

Vitamin E - a powerful antioxidant with regenerating properties, reduces the risk of cataracts. Contained in:

• nuts;
• liver;
• vegetable and olive oil.

Vitamin D - as well as vitamin E reduces the risk of cataracts and other eye diseases: myopia, conjunctivitis. Sources of Vitamin D:

• milk;
• fish;
• Cod liver.

Reduce fatty, spicy, salty foods to a minimum.

Use alcoholic beverages during the recovery period is strictly prohibited.

How is vision restored?

The state of vision by the end of the rehabilitation period is approaching "satisfactory", in the future it will be "excellent". Consideration of objects near is corrected with the help of glasses and lenses.

In 2017, medicine is able to return near and far vision to a person by 100%. For this, a special lens is selected, the price of which is much higher, but justified. After the replacement, vision returns and wearing optics is not required.

Complications

Common complications after surgery, divided depending on the time of detection into:

• early;
• later.

Early Complications

• Displacement of the artificial eye lens - a second operation is required to eliminate the complication.
• Retinal detachment - treatment is possible with the help of a laser, cryotherapy, as well as surgical methods.
• Inflammation of the eye - disappears after 2-7 days, after the doctor prescribes antibacterial and anti-inflammatory eye drops.
• Increased intraocular pressure - to reduce IOP, medication is indicated. If such treatment does not help, do washing of the anterior chamber.

Late Complications

Macular retinal edema - a complication is dangerous because with swelling, complete loss of vision is possible. Most often, the complication manifests itself for the first time 90 days after surgery. Treatment is possible in several ways: conservative, surgical, laser.

If the surgeon performed the operation competently and correctly, and the patient followed the prescribed recommendations, then the risk of complications during recovery after cataract removal and after is minimal.

1. Postoperative follow-up You are given an extract, which you should carefully keep and remember to take with you when you go to an appointment with an ophthalmologist. This is your "eye passport", containing data on visual acuity before and after surgery, its features, as well as medical recommendations. Do not leave the original statement in the clinic at the place of residence. If necessary, the doctor can write out the information he needs in the outpatient card. In the extract you will find advice on which drops to instill and how often, as well as the date and time when we ask you to come to our clinic. Pre-order your outpatient card at the reception by calling our clinic. Depending on the condition of your eye, we will invite you for an examination 1 week, 1 month after your operation. Current monitoring is carried out by an ophthalmologist of our Center. After the operation, if necessary, you will be issued a temporary disability certificate, a certificate for an educational institution up to 15 calendar days.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PATIENT after PRP and PRP and Secondary Cataract Laser Dissection

After the operation, you should observe a special sparing regimen:

1. Within five days it is recommended:
   • do not take spicy, salty and alcohol with food;
   • do not drink more than 1-1.5 liters of liquid per day;
   • do not visit the bathhouse (warm showers are allowed);
   • avoid prolonged, more than 0.5-1 hour visual stress.
2. Within 2-3 weeks after the operation, hard physical work, sports are contraindicated for you.

Immediately after the operation, you will experience a slight deterioration (blurring) of vision associated with pupil dilation. The recovery period of vision is from 1-2 hours to 3-4 days. Possible long-term (up to one month) mydriasis (wide pupil).

If necessary, you will be prescribed general or local treatment, a temporary disability certificate for up to 7 days will be issued.

How to behave before and after surgery

The operation itself is only 50% of the success of the treatment. The remaining 50% depends on the patient himself. From how carefully he prepared for the procedure, and how scrupulously he follows the recommendations after the surgical intervention. Following this simple rules will achieve the maximum result of treatment. Therefore, to help you, we have collected basic useful information for patients.

Algorithm for examining patients before surgery

1. Algorithm for examining patients before surgery for excimer laser vision correction (Super Lasik, FEMTO Super Lasik)

Before the operation of excimer laser vision correction (Super Lasik, FEMTO Super Lasik), it is necessary to pass tests:

• Hepatitis - "B" and "C"
• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis

If you need a sick leave, you must additionally submit:

2. Algorithm for examining patients before surgery for cataract and glaucoma (adult patients)

Before surgery for cataracts or glaucoma, it is necessary to take tests and obtain expert opinions:

• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis
• Blood for MOR (microprecipitation reaction, or analysis for latent infections)
• Blood glucose (no more than 10 mg)
• Hepatitis - "B" and "C"
• ECG (electrocardiogram)
• Therapist's examination
• ENT doctor's examination
• Dentist examination
• Fluorography *

• Before starting the treatment of keratoconus, it is necessary to pass the following tests:
• Blood for MOR (microprecipitation reaction, or analysis for latent infections)
• Hepatitis - "B" and "C"
• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis
• Fluorography *

If you need a temporary disability certificate, you must additionally submit:

Cataract. Operation

In advance, you should take care of the availability of the necessary medicines at home for the care of the eye cavity after surgery. The list of necessary medications should be clarified with the attending physician, since their appointment should be carried out individually for each patient.

Before the operation, you should inform the doctor about the presence of chronic diseases and general malaise. Please bring a change of shoes, gown and socks to the eye clinic. You should have an operation agreement with you, which confirms the payment and an identity document. All these measures should be observed, especially if you live in another city.

In the morning, before the operation, it is necessary to carry out an instillation of the eyes. First, this is done with some drops to dilate the pupil, then with others for local anesthesia. As a result, there may be a slight deterioration in vision and a feeling of numbness in the area of ​​the affected eye.

It is better to perform the operation at the initial stage of the cataract, so that the disease does not affect the entire lens. Therefore, it is not recommended to delay the decision to carry out surgical intervention, this must be done immediately after visual impairment has become noticeable.

Activities in the operating room.

At the time of being in the operating room, repeated anesthesia is performed with injections and drops, but sometimes an intravenous anesthetic is required. The operation is performed by an ophthalmologist surgeon, his assistant and a medical operating sister, and an anesthesiologist must be present for the painless transfer of this procedure. Due to the small structures of the eye, the operation is performed under a special microscope with additional lighting. As a rule, the duration of the surgical operation lasts from twenty to thirty minutes.

During the operation, it is forbidden to talk.

The operation is performed on the operating chair under the clear recommendations of the doctor, which should be followed in order to complete the procedure as soon as possible.

After the operation with the implantation of an artificial lens, a bandage is glued over the eye to protect against external factors. Most patients are ready to go home a couple of hours after the operation. But for the patient's confidence, the doctor should examine and give recommendations on further treatment at home. If you feel unwell, the patient can stay in the eye clinic for one night.

During the healing period of the eye, eye drops are prescribed. Doctors at the clinic should explain the correct wearing of the blindfold and inform the date of the next examination. In the first days after surgery, vision improves significantly, but the maximum result is achieved after two months.

Eye drops are necessary for the speedy healing of the eye. In order to properly drip them, you need to tilt your head or lie on your back. You should pull the lower eyelid and drip into the formed cavity the prescribed amount of eye drops and close your eyes. To avoid dripping and ensure better suction, you can press the inner corner of the eye with a clean tissue. If it is necessary to instill several types of eye drops, the time between instillations should be at least five minutes. To prevent infection, do not touch the pipette to the eye.

Eye patch.

Your doctor may recommend wearing an eye patch to protect you from bright light and damage. It is better to use disposable eye patches, which can be purchased at any pharmacy. In the absence of disposable dressings, you can get by with improvised means, such as gauze and a band-aid.

Glasses for vision correction.

After the operation, vision in the eyes may be different. This may require wearing contact lenses or glasses. However, if you choose a multifocal lens, you may not need to wear glasses.

During the healing period of the eye, precautions must be taken to protect the new artificial lens and make the healing process safe and fast.

You should not sleep on the operated eye

Do not tilt your head down so that there is no increase in eye pressure

Do not lift heavy objects - this can also provoke an increase in eye pressure

Stop driving while your eye heals

Do not press or rub your eyes

Wear sunglasses for UV protection

In the first week after surgery, it is not recommended to get soap and water into the eye.

Take frequent breaks when reading or watching TV

First of all, we note that all recommendations for patients in the postoperative period are given by the attending physician. This article lists only a few of the most general recommendations for informational purposes. Do not follow them on your own without consulting a doctor.

After the operation, as a rule, the use of disinfectant and anti-inflammatory drops, as well as mixed preparations, is prescribed. The scheme for applying drops is as follows: in the first week - 4-fold instillation, in the second - 3-fold, in the third - 2-fold, in the fourth - 1-fold, then - cancellation.

The use of drops allows you to accelerate the healing process of the operated eye.

Rules for instillation of drops

• head should be tilted back or lie on your back;
• then you need to pull the lower eyelid and drip 1-2 drops behind it. Try not to touch the pipette to the eye to avoid infection;
• if you need to instill several different types of drops, then the interval between instillations should not be less than 3-5 minutes.

After cataract surgery, the patient is also advised to wear a bandage. It is a bandage of 2 layers of gauze, which is attached to the eye with an adhesive plaster. This allows you to protect the eye from exposure to dust particles and bright light.

When discharged from the hospital, instead of such a bandage, it is better to apply a more dense one. This will protect your eyes from possible pollution on the street.

Rules of postoperative behavior

To accelerate the healing of the operated eye and prevent lens displacement after cataract surgery, the following rules should be followed:

• do not tilt your head down;
• do not lift weights more than 5 kg;
• should not drive a car;
• do not sleep on the side of the operated eye;
• avoid getting water and soap in the eye;
• do not rub or squeeze the eyes;
• in bright weather it is better to use sunglasses;
• while washing your hair, it is better to tilt your head back, not forward;
• follow your doctor's instructions.

After extracapsular extraction of the lens, the cornea is sutured to seal the eye. This suture is removed after at least 6 months. Although your vision improves quickly, you will be given temporary glasses. A few weeks after the stitches are removed, you will be fitted with permanent glasses.

There is no 6-month limitation after phacoemulsification surgery. Points in this case are assigned 1-1.5 months after the operation.

After the operation, it is necessary to visit the attending surgeon several times.

The type of cataract directly affects the rehabilitation process after cataract surgery. Despite this, the patient must comply with the general recommendations of the doctor. Only the correct passage of the rehabilitation period will ensure effective treatment of the disease.

Restrictions during the rehabilitation period

Thanks to the use of modern ophthalmic methods for cataract removal, the patient can recover as quickly as possible. During the period of surgical intervention, the patient does not need to undergo further inpatient treatment. After the intraocular lens has been introduced to the patient, he is under the strict supervision of a doctor for several hours. If he does not have complications, then after this time he can go home.

Attention! In the postoperative period after cataract removal, there are certain restrictions that the patient must comply with without fail.

A person is obliged to adhere to the rules until full recovery. In this case, the lens will take root, and visual acuity will be restored. For recovery after cataract removal, the patient needs to carry out:

Instillation of drops in the eyes, which were prescribed by an ophthalmologist. Most often, after cataract removal, the drug is instilled only in the eye into which the lens was inserted. The most commonly used anti-inflammatory and disinfectant traditional medicines. The frequency of administration and the amount of the drug used should be determined strictly by the doctor. As the patient recovers, the solution is gradually reduced. Control of the load on the eyes in the postoperative period. During this time, the doctor may advise the patient not to overexert themselves mentally and physically. In order for vision to be fully restored, it is necessary to rest as much as possible. To ensure the restoration of vision after cataract surgery, it is necessary that a person sleep for at least 12 hours a day. If necessary, sleeping pills can be prescribed to a person. Rehabilitation after cataract surgery requires the patient to stay only in well-lit rooms. Only under such conditions is a person allowed to read. When choosing literature, it is necessary to ensure that the font is as large as possible. Recommendations after the operation prohibit watching TV or working at a computer in the first period. Postoperative behavior requires the patient to strictly follow certain rules. For example, the patient needs to control the postures of his body during the rest period. In the supine position, the load on the eyes increases significantly. In order to reduce them, you need to sleep on your side. After replacing the lens in case of cataract, it is necessary to ensure that the operated eye is on top. The safest body position after cataract surgery is the supine position. It is strictly forbidden to lift objects weighing more than 3 kilograms. After a certain time, the load can be increased up to 5 kilograms. After surgery, it is strictly forbidden to wear contact lenses.

The patient must undergo rehabilitation in strict accordance with the recommendations of the doctor, which will restore vision in the shortest possible time.

In order to avoid unwanted effects after surgery, we advise the patient to wear an eye patch. It will ensure maximum effective protection organ of vision. For this purpose, ordinary gauze is used, which is pre-folded in two layers. In some cases, a bandage to protect the iol is applied to the entire head. But, it can also be fixed with adhesive tape. When using a bandage, the possibility of exposure to such negative factors as bright light, dust, drafts is eliminated. If the cataract is removed by an intraocular technique, then it is imperative to use a bandage.

In order to avoid complications after cataract surgery, in this case, it is forbidden for foreign objects to get into the operated eye - water, soap, dust, etc. Hygiene procedures at first should take place without the use of soap. In order for the recovery period to be successful, the patient needs to go outside in sunglasses for the first time, which will provide the highest quality protection not only from bright sunlight, but also from dust. If a foreign object gets on the mucous membranes of the eye, it is necessary to wash it with a special solution, which was prescribed by the doctor.

A person must carry out hygiene procedures in such a way as to exclude the possibility of water getting into the eyes. In order to wash your hair, you need to take a sitting position and tip it back. The procedure must be carried out using only warm water. If during this period of the procedure water still gets into the eyes, then a solution of such drugs as furatsilin or levomycetin is used to wash them.

After surgery, patients experience an increase in lacrimation. When it appears, it is strictly forbidden to rub your eyes with your hands. If tears appear in the eyes, it is recommended to wipe them with sterile swabs.

Important! During the rehabilitation period, it is strictly forbidden to control vehicles and mechanisms that require increased concentration of attention.

Also, the patient must refuse work that must be performed with the torso tilted.

Using eye drops

In order to avoid complications after cataract surgery, it is necessary to inject special solutions into the eyes. With the help of intraocular drops, infection of the mucous membranes is prevented. Also, the action of drugs is aimed at accelerating the healing process of the cornea.

In order to eliminate turbidity in the first week, it is necessary to use medications 4 times a day. In the next week, pharmacy medicines are taken three times a day. If the activity of the eye is restored within a month, then traditional medicines are canceled.

Most often, an ophthalmologist prescribes antibacterial drops - Vitabact, Tobrex. With the help of these medications, eye disinfection is carried out. It is also necessary to use anti-inflammatory drugs - Indicollira, Naklof. With the help of these pharmaceutical drugs, the possibility of the appearance of mucous membranes and tissues that surround the eye is eliminated.

Sometimes there is a need to use combined medications - Torbadex, Maxitrol. Medicines are characterized by a pronounced effect and therefore are widely used in order to restore the visual organ. Eye instillation should be carried out according to strictly established rules:

The patient needs to lie on his back and tilt his head back. The bottle with drops is opened and turned over with a dropper down. With one hand, the patient needs to pull back the lower eyelid, which will allow the formation of a conjunctival sac. The introduction of drops is carried out inside under the eyelid. After that, the patient needs to close the eye. To avoid leakage of the medicine, the inner corner of the eyeball is slightly pressed with a finger, which is pre-wrapped with a sterile handkerchief.

In some cases, in order for the veil to fall, several types of medicines are prescribed. In this case, a ten-minute break is made between the use of medications. In order to avoid infection in the eyes, it is strictly forbidden to touch their mucous membrane with a dropper of the drug.

Possible Complications

Replacing the lens of the eye is a fairly complex jewelry work that must be performed by a highly qualified specialist.

Important! The patient must take into account the limitations after surgery. Otherwise, excision may have a negative effect.

Most often side effects appear in the form:

Increased eye pressure. This complication occurs in 5% of patients. The reason for the appearance of an undesirable effect is improper surgical intervention. Also, a complication occurs against the background of the genetic factors of the patient. The occurrence of excessive intraocular pressure is observed if the patient lifts weights in the postoperative period. Serious concomitant diseases can lead to increased intraocular pressure. Secondary cataract. The appearance of this disease is observed in almost half of the people. Re-clouding of the lens occurs after several months or years after the operation. The appearance of this pathological condition is observed if the diseased tissues of the pupil during the surgical intervention are not completely removed. Retinal edema. The most common complication occurs in those people who have glaucoma or diabetes. If the eyeball was injured before surgery, this significantly increases the risk of the disease. If a person after the operation does not follow the rules of the recovery period, then this leads to the occurrence of this complication. Pupil displacement. This undesirable effect occurs quite rarely. Most often, it is caused by improper surgical intervention. If an artificial intraocular lens is inadequately fitted, this can lead to a real complication. In this case, it is necessary to repeat the operation. Hemorrhages. The occurrence of this pathological condition is observed against the background of incorrect surgical intervention. Improper rehabilitation after cataract surgery can also cause side effects. Retinal detachments. There is a complication due to medical errors. It can also be observed against the background of various diseases in the doctor's body. The cause of the pathological process may be trauma in the past.

To protect the eye from various complications, the patient must necessarily adhere to the rules of the recovery period. When the first signs of an undesirable effect appear, the patient is advised to seek help from a doctor.

After surgery to remove a cataract (clouding of the lens), an improvement in vision is felt very quickly. But in order to strengthen and further complete recovery, it is necessary to strictly follow all the rules and recommendations of the doctor in the postoperative period.

Rehabilitation after cataract surgery is an equally important stage that follows after surgery. After all, proper rehabilitation is the key to achieving maximum results and successful restoration of vision in the shortest possible time.

At the end of the operation, the surgeon seals the operated eye with a gauze bandage, the purpose of which is to protect the damaged organ from external irritants and microorganisms.

Gauze bandage - eye safety

Important: It is forbidden to sleep on the side of the operated eye during the next 2-3 days.

The next day, you will need to perform the following procedures: without opening the damaged eye, remove the bandage, then with a sterile cotton pad soaked in one of the disinfectants (0.25% levomycetin solution or 0.02% pure furatsilin solution), treat the eyelid.

It is advisable to wear the bandage for the first 3-4 days to avoid contamination from the external environment. Full bed rest is not necessary, however, immediately after the operation, doctors do not recommend walking down the street, especially in winter.

If you still need to leave the house, make a tight enough bandage in which the eye will not move. Arriving home, you can get by with wearing a bandage-curtain, consisting of 2 layers of gauze, attached with adhesive tape to the forehead.

Home procedures in the postoperative period

In order not to irritate the eye, you must follow the advice of an ophthalmologist or surgeon:

During water procedures make sure that soap products or water do not get into the eyes.

Do not wash your operated eye!

While washing your hair, tilt it back. The water must be warm. If, nevertheless, it was not possible to avoid getting water into the eyes, immediately rinse the eye with a solution of chloramphenicol or furacilin.

Wash your hair only in a safe way

Already in the postoperative period after cataract removal, increased tearing is observed. Never rub your eyes with your hands. It is necessary to gently blot it with a sterile swab.

Wet your eye, don't rub it

Be sure to visit your doctor on strictly scheduled days. Even if you do not feel discomfort, and nothing bothers you, the doctor is on a modern medical equipment can see the whole picture.

What is the examination of the eyes for the presence of diseases, including cataracts, see here.

Eye care after cataract surgery is extremely important. Follow all his recommendations and advice.

What drops to drip?

Which eye drops are best to drip after cataract surgery is a rather controversial issue. Most often, doctors prescribe such drugs:

Anti-inflammatory drugs: "Naklof", "Indocollir". Disinfectants: "Flokal", "Tobrex", "Ciprofloxacin". Combined funds: "Tobraex", "Maxitrol".

See also: What drops are treated for cataracts.

What types of work after phacoemulsification will be prohibited by the attending physician?

Of course, after the operation, a number of significant restrictions are imposed on the patient's life. Below is a basic list of jobs that will be prohibited after cataract surgery:

Long sitting at the computer

Do not sit at the computer for a long time

Lifting weights over 3 kg. Incline work. Strong physical activity.

Light exercise instead of exercise

Vehicle control.

Don't drive

What are the restrictions after the operation?

Immediately after the operation, pain is sometimes felt directly in the eye and in the periorbital region. With such pain, you can take painkillers.

Avoid direct sunlight after surgery. On the street, wear only sunglasses. How to choose them - read here.

Be sure to wear sunglasses when outdoors

Walking in the fresh air is very useful for restoring the visual functions of the eye.

Exclude for a while:

gymnastics, running, cycling, swimming, sharp turns and head tilts.

Pools should be postponed for a while

You should also temporarily postpone visiting saunas, baths, beaches.

Do not lift heavy objects. Limit physical activity for 3-4 weeks.

As for sex, there are no restrictions, but there are recommendations for using more passive positions.

Visual loads are resolved almost immediately. If there is no pain, then already 5-6 hours after the operation it is allowed to watch TV, news or movies on the Internet. But it is worth making sure that there is no feeling of fatigue in the eyes.

But decorative cosmetics for the eyes can be used only after a month.

Don't irritate your eyes

Also, within a month after stabilization of vision, you can start reading.

Already after 7-10 days, if necessary, flights by plane are possible.

Food in the postoperative period

During the rehabilitation period after cataract removal, there should be a lot of vegetables and fruits on your table. The diet should be dominated by foods rich in vitamins:

A (hard cheeses, dairy products, seaweed, garlic and broccoli), E (walnuts, spinach, viburnum, oatmeal, sunflower oil, peanuts, almonds), C (citrus fruits, kiwi, tomatoes, strawberries, horseradish).

Do not use: alcohol, spicy and salty foods, no smoking.

Protect yourself from stressful situations as much as possible. Find time for proper rest.

After the operation, no doubt, vision will improve, but until full recovery, the doctor may advise you to wear temporary glasses.

From the foregoing, it follows that there are a lot of restrictions after cataract surgery. Nevertheless, following them will lead you to a quick recovery and you will soon fit into your usual rhythm of life.

Read the material: How to properly organize nutrition for cataracts?

What complications may occur?

Common complications after cataract surgery include:

pain in the eye area, in the temporal region, in the superciliary, tearing of the eye, blurring and feeling foreign body in the eye.

But all these symptoms disappear as you recover within a month.

Read more about complications here.

In 1-1.5% of cases, complications occur after a few months:

Development of a secondary cataract. Increased intraocular pressure. Retinal disinsertion. Displacement of the lens. Hemorrhage. Retinal edema.

Patients who underwent surgery before the age of 50-55 recover much faster than older patients. Compliance with all the advice and prescriptions of a doctor will help you quickly return to a healthy and fulfilling life.

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In order to preserve vision after surgery, it is necessary to adhere to certain rules recommended by the ophthalmologist for quite a long time. During this period, the instructions regarding rehabilitation should be strictly observed, as they will help to avoid possible complications.

Postoperative period cataracts are divided into three stages:

Lasts for a week after the removal of the lens. Patients may experience pain in the orbit, irritation of capillaries, mucous membranes. During this period, the body gets used to new circumstances. Patients noticeably improve their vision. Lasts up to a month. Over time, visual abilities can change, depending on the stresses that the eyes are subject to. In some cases, glasses may be required to read or view the monitor. Up to 30 days, a person must create the most gentle regimen for the eyeballs. Continues up to six months. During this period, vision reaches full sharpness, so patients can choose lenses or glasses.

Rehabilitation after cataract surgery does not always last 180 days. The exact recovery time depends on the health of the patient and the type of surgery. If the patient did phacoemulsification, then the rehabilitation period is reduced. With capsular extraction, recovery occurs after the removal of sutures.

Postoperative restrictions: what to avoid?

Modern ophthalmic methods of cataract surgery allow you to return to a normal lifestyle very quickly. It should be noted that surgical intervention does not require subsequent inpatient treatment of the patient. He can go home within a couple of hours after the introduction of the intraocular lens.

Constraints are simple, so they are very easy to implement. It is important to say that the rules of the patient's daily behavior must be followed until complete recovery. Here are the main postoperative obligations to help reduce the risk of complications:

Drops prescribed by an ophthalmologist should be instilled into the eyes. As a rule, it is necessary to inject the drug only into the operated organ of vision. To do this, use anti-inflammatory or disinfectant drugs. The doctor will tell you how often and how much to use intraocular drops. But according to the standard scheme, the introduction of solutions is gradually reduced. As for the recommendation of the load, patients after cataract removal should avoid both physical and mental overstrain. A long sleep is shown for a good rest of the eyes. If the patient wants to read, there should be sufficient lighting in the room. At first, it is better not to work at the computer and not watch TV. It is very important to control the position of the body during sleep. There are strict recommendations for loading the operated eye in the supine position. The patient can sleep on his side so that the recovering organ of vision is at the top, so that excessive pressure can be avoided. It is generally better to sleep on your back. Foreign objects should not be allowed to enter the eye, this also applies to ordinary water, soap, dust, etc. If something still gets on the mucous membrane, then it must be carefully rinsed with the prescribed solution. The first weeks of the rehabilitation period do not lift objects weighing more than 3 kg. Over time, the load can be increased to five kilograms or more.

It is also important to monitor the safety of the operated organ of vision. On sunny days, wear safety glasses, do not insert contact lenses, do not touch your eyes with your hands.

Application of eye drops after cataract removal

Mandatory conditions for the restoration of the operated lens is the introduction of special solutions. Intraocular drops help prevent infection of the mucous membrane and speed up the healing process of the cornea. Eye instillation is carried out according to the following scheme:

The first week, drugs are administered 4 times a day; The second 7 days the multiplicity is reduced by three instillations, etc.; After a month of therapy, the funds are canceled if the patient has no complications.

Usually, an ophthalmologist prescribes antibacterial drops (Tobrex, Vitabact) for eye disinfection and anti-inflammatory drugs (Indocollir, Naklof) to prevent inflammation of the mucous membranes and neighboring tissues. In some cases, combined agents are used (Maxitrol, Torbadex), if it is necessary to administer drugs with a pronounced effect.

Eye instillation should be carried out according to the following rules:

The patient lies on his back and throws his head back. Uncorks the vial with the solution and turns it upside down with a dropper. Removes the lower eyelid with your fingers to form a conjunctival sac. Introduce drops into the cavity under the eyelid and close the eye. To prevent the medicine from leaking out, you can slightly press the inner corner of the eyeball with a finger wrapped in a sterile handkerchief.

If the patient was prescribed several types of drugs at once, then a break of 10 minutes should be taken between their administration. Avoid touching the eyes with a dropper of the drug, so as not to infect the infection.

During the rehabilitation period, at the first stage, the doctor may recommend wearing an eye patch to protect the organ of vision. To do this, use ordinary gauze folded in half. You do not need to bandage the eye through the entire head, you can glue the bandage with adhesive plaster to the forehead to get a "canopy" that is not adjacent to the eye socket. This dressing will protect the patient from dust, drafts, bright lights, and other potentially irritating factors.

You need to adhere to the restrictions until the surgeon says that you can stop fulfilling the mandatory requirements. From time to time, a specialist should be shown to prevent the development of unexpected inflammations or pathologies.

Complications after surgery

Pain in the eyeball due to cataract removal is quite normal, which will stop after a few days. But with severe inflammatory processes and pain, you need to contact a surgeon so as not to miss the appearance of such pathologies:

Secondary cataract - 20-50% of patients may develop re-opacification of the lens within months or years after surgery. Usually this happens due to incomplete removal of pathological tissues of the pupil. Increased eye pressure - affects about 5% of patients. This problem may arise as a result of an incorrectly performed operation or due to the genetic factors of the patient. Also, intraocular pressure can be the cause of excessive physical exertion, serious concomitant diseases, etc. Retinal disinsertion observed in 5% of patients. As a rule, it occurs due to a medical error or past eye injuries. Also, it can be provoked by some diseases of the body. Pupil displacement - 1.5% of patients face it. As a rule, this is the result of an incorrectly performed operation and inadequate selection of the size of the artificial intraocular lens. In these cases, repeat surgery is prescribed. retinal edema – 3% of patients are at risk. Usually, a complication develops in patients with diabetes, glaucoma, and also in those who have experienced injuries of the eyeball before surgery. Often the reason is the neglect of postoperative rules. Hemorrhage - occurs in 1.5% of patients. May occur due to the fault of the doctor or the patient during the rehabilitation period.

As you can see, it is very important to comply with mandatory restrictions in order to protect the eyes from the development of serious complications.

Many people underestimate the importance of the rehabilitation period, which leads to undesirable consequences. As a result, these patients develop complications that could have been avoided. In order not to damage the cornea, dislodge the implanted lens, and prevent infection in the eye, you need to know how to behave after cataract surgery.

In the postoperative period, people have to deal with such problems:

• Eye hurts after cataract surgery. The appearance of pain is caused by tissue damage and is completely normal. Drops prescribed by a doctor will help remove discomfort.
• There was profuse lacrimation and itching in the operated eye. This symptom occurs due to eye irritation during surgery. This often happens during cataract surgery, and special eye drops also help to correct the situation. As a rule, doctors prescribe Indocollir, Naklof or Medrolgin - drugs that have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
• Red eye after cataract surgery. Hypermenia of the eye occurs due to the expansion of the conjunctival vessels. The phenomenon is not dangerous and does not pose a serious threat to vision. However, with the appearance of extensive subconjunctival hemorrhage, it is better to immediately consult a doctor.
• After cataract surgery, the eye does not see or sees very poorly. This happens if a person has diseases of the retina, optic nerve or other structures of the eye. This is not the doctors fault. Slight blurring of vision may occur in the early postoperative period due to corneal edema after cataract surgery. As a rule, soon it completely disappears, and the person begins to see much better.

Unpleasant sensations may persist for several days. After that, the eye calms down, redness disappears, and vision improves significantly. A few more weeks are required for tissue healing. Special eye care after cataract surgery helps to speed up the process of vision recovery.

How to choose the right glasses

After removing the lens, a special intraocular lens is placed in the eye. It is designed in such a way that a person sees well into the distance, but hardly reads newspapers and works at a computer. This is due to the fact that the implanted lens cannot accommodate, that is, focus the gaze at different distances. This is why many people require reading glasses after cataract surgery. They should be selected 2-3 months after surgical treatment.

Nowadays, there are multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) on the market that provide good visual acuity at different distances. Unfortunately, they are expensive and many people cannot afford them.

Sunglasses are used to protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation after cataract surgery. They prevent harmful rays from reaching the retina and protect the visual organ from the harmful effects of the sun. It is better to give preference to glass glasses of trusted companies.

Rules for using drops

Surgical patients are wondering which eye drops are best to use after cataract surgery. However, all the necessary medicines are selected by the attending physician. All that a person needs is to follow the recommendations indicated in the extract.

After cataract surgery, the following drops are prescribed:

• anti-inflammatory drugs - Indocollir, Naklof;
• antibiotics - Tobrex, Floksal, Tsiprolet;
• combined preparations containing antibiotics and corticosteroids - Maxitrol, Tobradex.

Medicines should be instilled regularly throughout the entire period recommended by the doctor. In no case should you pause or spontaneously stop treatment. In the postoperative period after cataract removal, it is very important to observe the regimen and all prescribed restrictions.

What is strictly prohibited after the operation

The behavior of a person in the postoperative period is of great importance for the restoration of visual functions after cataract surgery. Severe physical activity, prolonged leaning and heavy lifting can lead to serious consequences, up to displacement of the IOL or curvature of the cornea.

• refusal to play sports and work in an inclined position;
• limiting work at the computer and watching TV;
• complete refusal to lift weights weighing more than 3 kg.

These restrictions are recommended to adhere to for a month or more. During this time, the person should sleep on their back or side opposite the operated eye. At least a week before going outside, you need to put a clean bandage on your eye to prevent infection.

Many people wonder if they can watch TV and ride a bike after cataract surgery. Working at a computer and watching TV shows in moderation is allowed to a person a few days after being discharged from the hospital. But riding a bicycle, riding a horse, lifting weights over 5 kg are prohibited to an operated person until the end of his life.

Why is it so important to keep a routine

It is not enough just to know what work is prohibited after cataract surgery. All restrictions must be strictly observed, since a lot depends on this. If the patient does not follow the recommendations, the lens may shift or the cornea may be deformed. Naturally, this will lead to a deterioration in vision, due to which the results of the operation will not be satisfactory.

Today, phacoemulsification (a modern method of surgical treatment of cataracts) is the most common ophthalmic operation. FEC itself is less traumatic and painless, and rehabilitation after it is quite fast. However, correct behavior in the postoperative period is very important, as it contributes to the rapid healing of the eye. But non-compliance with the recommendations given by the doctor can lead to unpleasant consequences.

In the postoperative period, a person needs to regularly drip prescribed drops into the operated eye. For several weeks, you need to limit physical activity, computer work, and TV viewing as much as possible. In the early days, when going outside, it is better to apply a bandage on the eye. This will help to avoid infection and inflammatory complications. Washing at this time is better with warm boiled water.

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