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

1. ​ first week after surgery;
2. ​ first postoperative month;
3. ​ six months after treatment.

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

On second stage vision improves even more noticeably, but its sharpness is unstable. In order to ultimately maximize the effect of treatment, you should follow a gentle eye regime in the first month after surgery. This applies to reading, watching TV, working at the computer. Temporary wearing of glasses to reduce eye strain may be indicated. 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 is gradually reduced.

Third stage after ultrasound and laser phacoemulsification, it is characterized by maximum vision restoration at the beginning of this period. Only some restrictions remain, which 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 sutures are removed 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 during the recovery period. In a number of clinics, upon discharge, the patient is given a memo indicating the stages of rehabilitation and describing the rules and restrictions that minimize the risk of complications.

• ​stress on vision;
• ​medicines 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.​ Visual stress should be constantly monitored, avoid long static staring and prolonged tracking of moving objects.

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

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

4.​ Driving a car is prohibited for a month after surgery.

5. Sleep restrictions concern posture. You should not sleep on your stomach or on the side where your eye was operated on.

6.​ When washing your face, you need to prevent water from getting into your eyes, especially if you don’t swim in ponds or pools. If water does get into the operated eye, it is recommended to rinse it with an aqueous solution of furatsilin 0.02% (chloramphenicol 0.25%).

7. It is necessary to avoid 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 sudden movements are limited for a month, and some sports - for life (diving, horse riding, cycling).

10.​ The diet excludes hot, spicy, salty foods. Alcohol and smoking should also be limited, ideally eliminated for a month. You should also avoid “passive smoking”.

The postoperative recovery process requires 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 during 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 patient that cannot be taken into account in advance (including due to incompleteness of the information provided or ignorance of the patient himself);
• Violations of recommendations in the postoperative period;
• ​doctor error during surgery.

The statistics of postoperative complications are as follows:

1. Secondary cataract (10-50%).

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

3. Retinal detachment (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 when an operation is performed without the use of microsurgical technologies. The material of the intraocular lens itself may also have a negative impact - it may not be entirely compatible with the individual immune characteristics of the patient. Secondary cataracts in most cases are subject to laser correction.

Increased intraocular pressure perhaps in the first 2-4 days after treatment. If the pressure is persistently elevated, puncture treatment is performed.

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

Macular edema is typical mainly for patients with metabolic disorders, diabetes mellitus, and a history of glaucoma.

Intraocular lens displacement(dislocation or decentralization) is most likely if there was a surgeon’s error during the operation, but can also be caused by violations of the regime in the postoperative period (stress, heavy lifting). This complication is corrected surgically.

Hemorrhage into the anterior chamber of the eye It may also be the result of a surgical error or errors in following a gentle regimen during the rehabilitation period. This complication is treated conservatively; in rare cases, rinsing the anterior chamber of the eye is required.

Prevention of cataracts

The existing risks of developing cataracts due to genetic predisposition or due to old age cannot be eliminated. If this is the case, you should limit yourself to regular preventive examinations so as not to miss the onset of the disease.

Patients with diabetes should remember the greater risk of developing cataracts, monitor carbohydrate metabolism and undergo regular examinations by an ophthalmologist.

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

For 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.

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

1. Lasts for a week after lens removal. Patients may experience pain in the orbit, irritation of capillaries and mucous membranes. During this period, the body gets used to new circumstances. Patients' vision improves noticeably.
2. Lasts up to a month. Over the entire period of time, visual abilities may change, depending on the stress to which the eyes are subjected. In some cases, glasses may be required to read or view the monitor. For up to 30 days, a person must create the most gentle regime for the eyeballs.
3. Lasts up to six months. During this period, vision reaches full acuity, so patients can be fitted with lenses or glasses.

Rehabilitation after cataract surgery does not always last 180 days. The exact recovery time depends on the patient's health and the type of surgery. If the patient has undergone phacoemulsification, the rehabilitation period is reduced. With capsular extraction, recovery occurs after the sutures are removed.

Postoperative restrictions: what to avoid?

Modern ophthalmological methods of cataract surgery allow you to very quickly return to a normal lifestyle. It is worth noting that surgical intervention does not require subsequent hospital treatment of the patient. He can go home within a couple of hours after the insertion of the intraocular lens.

The restrictions are simple, so they are very easy to implement. It is important to say that the rules of daily behavior of the patient must be followed until complete recovery. Here are the basic post-operative 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, and do not touch your eyes with your hands.

Using eye drops after cataract removal

A prerequisite for restoring 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 drops are carried out according to the following scheme:

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

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

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

1. The patient lies on his back and tilts his head back.
2. Uncorks the bottle with the solution and turns it over with the dropper down.
3. Using your fingers, you retract the lower eyelid to form a conjunctival sac.
4. Drops are injected into the cavity under the eyelid and the eye is closed.
5. To prevent the medicine from leaking out, you can lightly press the inner corner of the eyeball with a finger wrapped in a sterile scarf.

If the patient is prescribed several types of drugs at once, then a break of 10 minutes should be taken between their administration. You should avoid touching your eyes with the drug dropper to avoid 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 regular gauze folded in half. There is no need to bandage the eye across the entire head; you can glue the bandage with an adhesive plaster to the forehead to create a “canopy” that is not adjacent to the eye socket. This dressing will protect the patient from dust, drafts, bright light and other potentially irritating factors.

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

Complications after surgery

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

As you can see, it is very important to comply with the mandatory restrictions in order to protect the eyes from the development of severe 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 can see well. However, the rehabilitation period lasts up to several weeks, and during this period it is necessary to follow certain recommendations and rules.

Postoperative period

After cataract removal and intraocular lens implantation are completed, the ophthalmic surgeon will apply a bandage to the operated eye, which helps protect the eye from dirt particles and microbes. The bandage can be removed the next day and the eye treated with a cotton swab dipped in a solution of furatsilin 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. You can also use tinted glasses instead of a bandage.

You can start watching TV and reading 5-7 days after the operation - by the time the painful sensation in the eye disappears. However, if even the slightest fatigue occurs, reading should be stopped. Any stress during the recovery period must be avoided.

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 during the period after cataract surgery involves following certain rules:

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

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

Regime and rules

Recovery after cataract removal does not require strict adherence to bed rest, but requires significant limitation of physical activity. Any physical activity can continue only until the patient feels at least slightly tired.

Rinse the operated eye running water is prohibited - instead, a solution of furatsilin should be used. It is also not recommended to wash your hair, nor to use cosmetic lotions to cleanse your face.

You should visit an ophthalmologist in accordance with his recommended frequency.

Recovery after surgery (cataracts can only be effectively cured 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 restoration.

Possible complications

Immediately after the operation, many patients feel pain in the area of ​​the eyeball, temple or brow ridge. This is normal, but prolonged pain may indicate the development of a complication.

The most common complications after cataracts include:

• Secondary cataract (development time is up to several years after removal of the primary cataract). Cause secondary cataract is that during the intervention all affected lens cells were not completely removed.
• An increase in intraocular pressure occurs both as a result of injury to the eye during surgery, and as a result of the patient’s concomitant diseases, non-compliance with the rehabilitation regime, and genetic tendencies.
• Retinal detachment is 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 surgery, and because of the discrepancy between the size of the implanted lens and its “supports”. This complication requires repeat surgery.
• Hemorrhage in the anterior ocular chamber - develops due to improper installation of the intraocular lens or due to increased physical activity in the period immediately after surgery. Treatment is medication or surgery.
• Retinal swelling. It usually develops due to the presence of concomitant diseases or non-compliance with the regime during the rehabilitation period.

In the case where 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 eye lens replacement surgeries are performed to save people's sight. The results of surgeons' actions are also influenced by the patient's postoperative behavior. Rehabilitation after cataract surgery is a necessary condition for accelerating the recovery of visual function.

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

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, and allergens. After 2 days it is removed and treated with disinfectants. The doctor then gives recommendations and restrictions. They will be discussed further.

Recovery period

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

1. The first stage - or the first week after surgery, lasts 7 days. The person feels that 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 is from 8 to 31 days. A gentle regime is indicated; you should not put too much strain on your eyes. Wear glasses and instill drops prescribed by your ophthalmologist.
3. The third stage is 5 months (from 31 to 180 days from the date of completion of the operation). During this period, vision is restored.

However, in order for it to go smoothly, follow 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 to make 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 of clinics and doctors online, although the reason for most of them is different - the person gave up (watched TV or leaned over) and something went wrong. From the video clip you can learn more about what you can do and what is best avoided.

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

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

Playing and watching movies is also prohibited!

List of restrictions:

• Do not sleep on your stomach or 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 solarium, sauna, bathhouse, 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;
• wear sunglasses when going outside;
• do not raise your head sharply;
• 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, you are allowed to leave the clinic for treatment at home.
• Bed rest is not necessary, the main thing is to avoid physical and visual stress.
• The next day, return to your doctor for an examination. Further visits are discussed individually.
• As visual function is restored, it is gradually allowed to read and work on the computer, but not longer than 1-3 hours a day.

Hygiene

After the operation, the usual hygienic care will change for some time:

• During the first postoperative days, washing your face is prohibited.
• Then, with the doctor’s permission, this procedure can be reintroduced into care, but it is advisable to wash your face no more than 1-2 times a day without using aggressive products.

Visit doctor

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

What drops to instill

After the operation, use is prescribed.

Which one to choose is a controversial question, since individual intolerance to certain drugs, possible allergic reactions and a number of other factors will only be taken into account by the attending physician. The following are prescribed:

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

Nutrition

In the first days after surgery, it is better to eat easily digestible foods:

• chicken bouillon;
• oatmeal;
• vitamin teas from rosehip and chamomile.

Afterwards we return to our usual regime, but try to eat foods enriched with vitamins:

Vitamin A – found in:

• pumpkin;
• carrots;
• eggs;
• fish.

This vitamin has been shown to have benefits for eye health, including aiding in eye repair and healing.

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

• citrus fruits;
• red currant;
• onion;
• potatoes.

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

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

Vitamin D - just like 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 drinks during the recovery period is strictly prohibited.

How does vision restoration work?

The state of vision by the end of the rehabilitation period is approaching “satisfactory”, in the future it will be “excellent”. Viewing objects close up is corrected with the help of glasses and lenses.

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

Complications

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

• early;
• late.

Early complications

• Displacement of the artificial eye lens - repeated surgery is required to eliminate the complication.
• Retinal detachment - treatment is possible using laser, cryotherapy, as well as surgical methods.
• Inflammation of the eye - goes away in 2-7 days after the doctor prescribes antibacterial and anti-inflammatory eye drops.
• Increased intraocular pressure - medication is indicated to reduce IOP. If this treatment does not help, wash the anterior chamber.

Late complications

Macular edema of the retina is a dangerous complication because swelling can lead to complete loss of vision. Most often, the complication appears 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 observation You are given an extract, which you must carefully store and remember to take with you when you go to see 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 extract at the clinic at your place of residence. If necessary, the doctor can write out the information he needs in the outpatient card. In the statement you will find advice on what drops to use 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 or 1 month after your surgery. Current monitoring is carried out by an ophthalmologist at our Center. After the operation, if necessary, you will be issued a certificate of temporary incapacity for work, a certificate for the educational institution for up to 15 calendar days.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PATIENT after peripheral preventive laser coagulation of the retina (PPLC) and panretinal laser coagulation of the retina (PRLC) and Laser dissection of secondary cataracts

After the operation you should follow a special gentle regimen:

1. Within five days it is recommended:
   • do not take spicy, salty or alcoholic foods 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 long-term, more than 0.5-1 hour visual stress.
2. For 2-3 weeks after surgery, heavy physical work and sports are contraindicated.

Immediately after surgery, you will experience slight deterioration (blurred) vision due to pupil dilation. The period of vision restoration is from 1-2 hours to 3-4 days. Long-term (up to one month) mydriasis (wide pupil) is possible.

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

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 followed the recommendations after surgery. Following these simple rules will allow you to achieve maximum treatment results. Therefore, to help you, we have collected basic information useful for patients.

Algorithm for examining patients before surgery

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

Before excimer laser vision correction surgery (Super Lasik, FEMTO Super Lasik), you must undergo the following tests:

• Hepatitis - “B” and “C”
• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis

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

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

Before surgery for cataracts or glaucoma, you must undergo tests and obtain expert opinions:

• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis
• Blood for MOP (microsediment reaction, or analysis for hidden infections)
• Blood glucose (no more than 10 mg)
• Hepatitis - “B” and “C”
• ECG (electrocardiogram)
• Examination by a therapist
• Examination by an ENT doctor
• Dentist examination
• Fluorography *

• Before you begin treatment for keratoconus, you must undergo the following tests:
• Blood for MOP (microsediment reaction, or analysis for hidden infections)
• Hepatitis - “B” and “C”
• General blood analysis
• General urine analysis
• Fluorography *

If you need a certificate of temporary incapacity for work, you must additionally submit:

Cataract. Operation

It is worth making sure in advance that you have the necessary medications at home to care for the eye cavity after surgery. The list of necessary medications should be clarified with the attending physician, since their prescription must be carried out individually for each patient.

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

In the morning, before surgery, it is necessary to apply eye drops. 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 surgery at the initial stage of cataract so that the disease does not affect the entire lens. Therefore, it is not recommended to delay the decision to undergo surgical intervention; this should be done immediately after the deterioration in vision has become noticeable.

Actions in the operating room.

While in the operating room, repeated anesthesia is performed using injections and drops, but sometimes intravenous administration of an anesthetic is required. The operation is performed by an ophthalmologist, his assistant and a medical operating nurse, and an anesthesiologist must be present to carry out this procedure painlessly. Due to the small structures of the eye, the operation is performed under a special microscope with additional lighting. Typically, the duration of surgery lasts from twenty to thirty minutes.

It is forbidden to talk during the operation.

The operation is performed in an operating chair under the doctor’s clear recommendations, which should be followed to complete the procedure as quickly as possible.

After surgery with implantation of an artificial lens, a bandage is glued to the eye to protect against external factors. Most patients are ready to go home a couple of hours after surgery. But to be sure, the patient must be examined by a doctor and given recommendations for further treatment at home. If the patient is not feeling well, the patient may stay at the eye clinic for one night.

During the healing period of the eye, eye drops are prescribed. Doctors at the clinic should explain the correctness of wearing a blindfold and inform you of 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 instill them correctly, you need to tilt your head or lie on your back. You should pull back the lower eyelid and drop the prescribed amount of eye drops into the formed cavity and close your eyes. To prevent droplets from leaking out and ensure better suction, you can press the inner corner of your 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 eye dropper.

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. If disposable dressings are not available, you can make do with improvised means, such as a gauze pad and adhesive tape.

Glasses for vision correction.

After surgery, the vision in your eyes may vary. 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, it is necessary to take precautions that will protect the new artificial lens and make the healing process safe and rapid.

You should not sleep on the operated eye

Avoid tilting your head down to avoid increased eye pressure.

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

Avoid driving while your eye heals

Don't press or rub your eye

Need to 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 just a few of the most general recommendations for informational purposes. You should not follow them on your own without consulting a doctor.

After surgery, as a rule, the use of disinfectant and anti-inflammatory drops, as well as mixed preparations, is prescribed. The scheme for using the 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 discontinuation.

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

Rules for instilling drops

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

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

When discharged from the hospital, it is better to apply a tighter bandage instead of such a bandage. This will protect your eye from possible contamination on the street.

Rules of postoperative behavior

To speed up the healing of the operated eye and prevent lens displacement after cataract surgery, you should adhere to the following rules:

• do not tilt your head down;
• do not lift weights exceeding 5 kg;
• you should not drive a car;
• do not sleep on the side of the operated eye;
• Avoid getting water and soap into your eyes;
• do not rub or press on the eyes;
• in bright weather it is better to use sunglasses;
• When washing your hair, it is better to tilt your head back rather than forward;
• Follow your doctor's instructions.

After extracapsular lens extraction, a suture is placed on the cornea to seal the eye. This suture is removed after at least 6 months. Although your vision will improve quickly, you will be prescribed temporary glasses. A few weeks after the stitches are removed, you will be fitted for permanent glasses.

There is no 6 month limit after phacoemulsification surgery. In this case, glasses are prescribed 1-1.5 months after the operation.

After the operation, you must visit the attending surgeon several times.

The rehabilitation process after cataract surgery is directly affected by its type. Despite this, the patient must follow the doctor’s general recommendations. Only proper completion of the rehabilitation period will ensure effective treatment of the disease.

Restrictions during the rehabilitation period

Thanks to the use of modern ophthalmological 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 subsequent hospital treatment. After the intraocular lens has been inserted into the patient, he remains under the strict supervision of a doctor for several hours. If he does not experience 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.

A person must adhere to the rules until complete recovery. In this case, the lens will take root and visual acuity will be restored. To recover after cataract removal, the patient must:

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

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

To avoid unwanted effects after surgery, we advise the patient to wear an eye patch. With its help it will be possible to ensure maximum effective protection organ of vision. For this purpose, ordinary gauze is used, which is pre-bent in two layers. In some cases, the bandage is applied to the entire head to protect the iol. 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, and drafts is eliminated. If cataracts are removed using an intraocular technique, then it is imperative to use a bandage.

In order to avoid complications after cataract surgery, in this case it is prohibited for foreign objects to get into the operated eye - water, soap, dust, etc. At first, hygiene procedures should be carried out without the use of soap. In order for the recovery period to be successful, the patient must first go outside wearing sunglasses, 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 prescribed by the doctor.

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

After surgery, patients experience increased tear production. 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 away with sterile swabs.

Important! During the rehabilitation period, driving vehicles and mechanisms that require increased concentration.

The patient should also refuse work that requires bending the body.

Using eye drops

To ensure that complications do not arise after cataract surgery, it is necessary to inject special solutions into the eyes. Intraocular drops are used to prevent infection of the mucous membranes. Also, the effect of medications is aimed at accelerating the healing process of the cornea.

In order to eliminate cloudiness in the first week, it is necessary to use medications 4 times a day. In the next week, pharmaceutical medications are taken three times a day. If eye activity is restored within a month, then traditional medications are discontinued.

Most often, the ophthalmologist prescribes antibacterial drops - Vitabact, Tobrex. These medications are used to disinfect the eyes. It is also necessary to use anti-inflammatory drugs - Indicollir, Naklof. With the help of these pharmaceutical drugs, the possibility of the formation 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 are therefore widely used to restore the visual organ. Eye drops 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 the dropper facing down. With one hand, the patient needs to pull back the lower eyelid, which will allow the formation of a conjunctival sac. The drops are administered internally under the eyelid. After this, the patient must close his eye. To prevent the medicine from leaking out, the inner corner of the eyeball is slightly pressed with a finger, which is pre-wrapped with a sterile scarf.

In some cases, in order for the veil to fall, several types of medications are prescribed. In this case, a ten-minute break is taken between the use of medications. 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 piece of jewelry work that must be performed by a highly qualified specialist.

Important! The patient needs to take into account the restrictions after surgery. Otherwise, excision may have negative consequences.

Most often side effects appear as:

Increased eye pressure. This complication occurs in five percent of patients. The cause of the undesirable effect is improper surgical intervention. Complications also arise due to the patient’s genetic factors. The occurrence of excessive intraocular pressure is observed if the patient lifts weights during 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 people. Repeated clouding of the lens occurs several months or years after the operation. The appearance of this pathological condition is observed if the diseased tissue of the pupil is not completely removed during surgery. Retinal edema. The most common complication occurs in people who have glaucoma or diabetes. If the eyeball was injured before surgery, this significantly increases the risk of developing the disease. If a person after surgery does not follow the rules of the recovery period, this leads to this complication. Pupil displacement. This undesirable effect occurs in fairly rare cases. The most common cause is improper surgical intervention. If the artificial intraocular lens is inadequately selected, 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 effect. Retinal detachments. A complication arises 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 injuries in the past.

To ensure the protection of the eye from various complications, the patient must strictly 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 cataracts (clouding of the lens), your vision will improve 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 covers 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 for the next 2-3 days.

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

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

If you still need to leave the house, make a fairly tight bandage in which the eye will not move. When you arrive home, you can get by with wearing a curtain bandage consisting of 2 layers of gauze attached with an adhesive plaster to the forehead.

Home procedures during the postoperative period

To avoid irritating your eyes, you must follow the advice of your ophthalmologist or surgeon:

During water procedures Be careful not to let soap or water get into your eyes.

Do not wash your operated eye!

When washing your hair, tilt it back. The water should be warm. If you still cannot avoid getting water into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with a solution of chloramphenicol or furatsilin.

Wash your hair only in a safe way

Already in the postoperative period after cataract removal, increased tearing is observed. Under no circumstances should you rub your eyes with your hands. You need to gently blot it with a sterile swab.

Wet your eye, don't rub it.

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

How to examine the eyes for diseases, including cataracts, see here.

Taking care of your eyes after cataract surgery is extremely important. Follow all his recommendations and advice.

What drops should I use?

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

Anti-inflammatory drugs: Naklof, Indocollir. Disinfectants: “Flocal”, “Tobrex”, “Ciprofloxacin”. Combined products: “Tobraex”, “Maxitrol”.

Read also: What drops are used to treat 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 the main list of work that will be prohibited after eye cataract surgery:

Sitting at the computer for a long time

Don't sit at the computer for long periods of time

Lifting weights over 3 kg. Work at an angle. Strong physical activity.

Light exercise instead of physical activity

Vehicle control.

Don't drive

What restrictions may there be after surgery?

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

After surgery, avoid direct sunlight. When outdoors, wear only sunglasses. How to choose them - read here.

Be sure to wear sunglasses when outdoors

Walking in the fresh air is very useful to restore the visual functions of the eye.

Eliminate for now:

gymnastics, running, cycling, swimming, sudden turns and tilts of the head.

Swimming pools should be put aside for a while

You should also temporarily postpone visiting saunas, baths, and 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 stress is resolved almost immediately. If there is no pain, then 5-6 hours after the operation you are allowed to watch TV, news or movies on the Internet. But you should make sure that you don’t feel tired in your eyes.

But you can use decorative eye cosmetics only after a month.

Don't irritate your eyes

Also, within a month after vision has stabilized, you can start reading.

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

Food products during the postoperative period

During the rehabilitation period after eye 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, fermented milk 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, do not smoke.

Avoid stressful situations whenever possible. Find time for proper rest.

After the operation, your vision will undoubtedly improve, but until complete recovery, your doctor may recommend wearing temporary glasses.

From the above it follows that there are quite 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?

Doctors include typical complications after cataract surgery:

pain in the eye area, in the temporal region, in the eyebrow, 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 secondary cataracts. Increased intraocular pressure. Retinal disinsertion. Displacement of the lens. Hemorrhage. Retinal swelling.

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

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

Postoperative period Cataracts are divided into three stages:

Lasts for a week after lens removal. Patients may experience pain in the orbit, irritation of capillaries and mucous membranes. During this period, the body gets used to new circumstances. Patients' vision improves noticeably. Lasts up to a month. Over the entire period of time, visual abilities may change, depending on the stress to which the eyes are subjected. In some cases, glasses may be required to read or view the monitor. For up to 30 days, a person must create the most gentle regime for the eyeballs. Lasts up to six months. During this period, vision reaches full acuity, so patients can be fitted with lenses or glasses.

Rehabilitation after cataract surgery does not always last 180 days. The exact recovery time depends on the patient's health and the type of surgery. If the patient has undergone phacoemulsification, the rehabilitation period is reduced. With capsular extraction, recovery occurs after the sutures are removed.

Postoperative restrictions: what to avoid?

Modern ophthalmological methods of cataract surgery allow you to very quickly return to a normal lifestyle. It is worth noting that surgical intervention does not require subsequent hospital treatment of the patient. He can go home within a couple of hours after the insertion of the intraocular lens.

The restrictions are simple, so they are very easy to implement. It is important to say that the rules of daily behavior of the patient must be followed until complete recovery. Here are the basic post-operative obligations to help reduce the risk of complications:

Drops prescribed by an ophthalmologist should be instilled into your eyes. As a rule, it is necessary to inject the drug only into the operated organ of vision. For this purpose, anti-inflammatory or disinfectant drugs are used. Your doctor will tell you how often and in what volume to use intraocular drops. But according to the standard scheme, the introduction of solutions is gradually reduced. As for recommending exercise, patients after cataract removal should avoid both physical and mental stress. Long sleep is recommended for proper eye rest. 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 or watch TV. It is very important to control your body position while sleeping. There are strict recommendations for the load on 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, this way excessive pressure can be avoided. In general, it is better to sleep on your back. Do not allow foreign objects to get into the eye; this also applies to ordinary water, soap, dust, etc. If something does get on the mucous membrane, then it must be carefully washed with the prescribed solution. During 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, and do not touch your eyes with your hands.

Using eye drops after cataract removal

A prerequisite for restoring 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 drops are carried out according to the following scheme:

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

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

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

The patient lies on his back and tilts his head back. Uncorks the bottle with the solution and turns it over with the dropper down. Using your fingers, you retract the lower eyelid to form a conjunctival sac. Drops are injected into the cavity under the eyelid and the eye is closed. To prevent the medicine from leaking out, you can lightly press the inner corner of the eyeball with a finger wrapped in a sterile scarf.

If the patient is prescribed several types of drugs at once, then a break of 10 minutes should be taken between their administration. You should avoid touching your eyes with the drug dropper to avoid 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 regular gauze folded in half. There is no need to bandage the eye across the entire head; you can glue the bandage with an adhesive plaster to the forehead to create a “canopy” that is not adjacent to the eye socket. This dressing will protect the patient from dust, drafts, bright light and other potentially irritating factors.

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

Complications after surgery

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

Secondary cataract – 20-50% of patients may develop recurrent lens opacification within months or years after surgery. This usually happens due to incomplete removal of pathological tissue of the pupil. Increased eye pressure – affects approximately 5% of patients. This problem may arise as a result of an incorrectly performed operation or due to genetic factors of the patient. Also, intraocular pressure can be caused by excessive physical exertion, serious concomitant diseases, etc. Retinal disinsertion – observed in 5% of patients. Typically occurs due to medical error or past eye injuries. It can also be provoked by some diseases of the body. Pupil displacement – 1.5% of patients encounter 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, repeated surgery is prescribed. Retinal edema – 3% of patients are at risk. Typically, the complication develops in patients with diabetes, glaucoma, and also in those who have experienced injuries to the eyeball before surgery. Often the cause is neglect of postoperative rules. Hemorrhage – occurs in 1.5% of patients. May occur due to the fault of the doctor or patient during the rehabilitation period.

As you can see, it is very important to comply with the mandatory restrictions in order to protect the eyes from the development of severe 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. To avoid damaging the cornea, dislodging the implanted lens, and causing infection in the eye, you need to know how to behave after cataract surgery.

In the postoperative period, people have to face such problems:

• Eye pain after cataract surgery. The appearance of pain is caused by tissue damage and is completely normal. Drops prescribed by your doctor will help relieve discomfort.
• There was profuse lacrimation and itching in the operated eye. This symptom occurs due to irritation of the eye during surgery. This often happens during cataract surgery; special eye drops also help 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. Hyperemia of the eye occurs due to dilation of the conjunctival vessels. The phenomenon is harmless and does not pose a serious threat to vision. However, if extensive subconjunctival hemorrhage occurs, it is better to consult a doctor immediately.
• After cataract surgery, the eye cannot 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 blurred vision may occur in the early postoperative period due to swelling of the cornea after cataract surgery. As a rule, it soon goes away completely, and the person begins to see much better.

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

How to choose the right glasses

After the lens is removed, a special intraocular lens is placed in the eye. It is designed in such a way that a person can see well into the distance, but has difficulty reading newspapers and working 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 from trusted companies.

Rules for using drops

Patients who have undergone surgery are interested in which eye drops are best to use after cataract surgery. However, all necessary medications are selected by the attending physician. All a person needs to do is follow the recommendations indicated in the extract.

After cataract surgery, the following drops are prescribed::

• anti-inflammatory drugs - Indocollir, Naklof;
• antibiotics - Tobrex, Floxal, Tsiprolet;
• combination drugs containing antibiotics and corticosteroids - Maxitrol, Tobradex.

Medicines should be instilled regularly throughout the period recommended by the doctor. Under no circumstances should you pause or spontaneously stop treatment. In the postoperative period after cataract removal, be sure to follow the regimen and all prescribed restrictions.

What is strictly prohibited after surgery

Human behavior in the postoperative period is of great importance for the restoration of visual functions after cataract surgery. Heavy physical activity, prolonged bending and heavy lifting can lead to serious consequences, including displacement of the IOL or curvature of the cornea.

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

It is recommended to adhere to these restrictions for a month or more. During this time, the person should sleep on the back or side opposite the operated eye. Before going outside, you should put a clean bandage over your eye for at least a week to prevent infection.

Many people wonder if they can watch TV and ride a bike after cataract surgery. Working on a computer and watching TV in moderation is allowed for a person just a few days after being discharged from the hospital. But cycling, horseback riding, and lifting weights over 5 kg are prohibited for the operated person for the rest of his life.

Why is it so important to follow a routine?

It is not enough to simply know what work is prohibited after eye 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 become dislodged or the cornea may become deformed. Naturally, this will lead to deterioration of 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 ophthalmological operation. The FEC itself is low-traumatic and painless, and rehabilitation after it is quite quick. However, correct behavior in the postoperative period is very important, as it promotes rapid healing of the eye. But failure to follow the recommendations given by the doctor can lead to unpleasant consequences.

In the postoperative period, a person needs to regularly drop prescribed drops into the operated eye. For several weeks you need to limit physical activity, working at the computer, and watching TV as much as possible. In the first days, when going outside, it is better to put a bandage on your eye. This will help avoid infection and inflammatory complications. It is better to wash your face at this time with warm boiled water.

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