How many days rest is needed after cataract surgery?

While each person heals differently, many patients report drastically better vision within the first 24 hours of the procedure. Plan on taking one to three days off of work to be sure you have enough time to rest, but it is normal to resume most normal activities within a couple of days.

How long after cataract surgery can you do normal activities?

In general, it's safe to do light exercise the first week after cataract surgery. This includes walking and stretching without bending at the waist. By the second week, you can resume moderate-intensity activity. At 4 to 6 weeks, you should be fully healed.

Do and don'ts after cataract surgery?

Don't wear eye makeup for at least a month. Don't travel via an airplane. Avoid sneezing or vomiting after surgery. Avoid bending over after surgery to prevent pressure increase.

What is the fastest way to recover from cataract surgery?

What should I not do after cataract surgery?

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Can you bend your head down after cataract surgery?

Immediately after procedure, avoid bending over that brings more pressure to the eyes. Just like with strenuous activity, bending over can cause a rush of blood to your head that interferes with your recovering eyes.

How do you shower after cataract surgery?

You can take a shower or bath 24 hours after your surgery. Do not get water or soap in your eye. Keep your eye closed while you shower. Use a clean washcloth every time and normal tap water to clean secretions from your lashes or the corner of your eye.

Can coughing damage cataract surgery?

Delay surgery if the patient is sick, coughing, or sneezing.

With an elective procedure like cataract surgery, there is no harm done by delaying the surgery by a week or two until the upper respirator infection has cleared.

How long after cataract surgery is vision blurry?

Some people may have clear vision within a day after having cataract surgery. But for other people it may take several days for blurred vision to go away. If you still have blurry vision several weeks after your cataract surgery, follow up with your ophthalmologist to rule out potential complications.

What is the most common complication of cataract surgery?

PCO is the most common complication of cataract surgery. PCO can begin to form at any point following cataract surgery. Modern cataract surgery creates a capsular bag that contains part of the anterior, the entire posterior capsule, and the implanted, intraocular lens.

How long does it take to get 20/20 vision after cataract surgery?

Some patients see the improvement in several hours, though most take 24-48 hours. It can occasionally take 1-2 weeks for vision to settle while the eye adapts to the new intraocular lens implant (IOL).

What strength reading glasses do I need after cataract surgery?

You will of course need reading glasses, which will be an extra +2.5 or so to your distance prescription. These glasses may be reading glasses only, varifocals, or bifocals.

Is sneezing OK after cataract surgery?

You will need to avoid straining your eyes after cataract surgery. Don't bend over right after surgery, and try to avoid sneezing or vomiting. You also should avoid lifting anything heavy for the first few weeks.

What food is good after cataract surgery?

Protein-rich foods: Pork, beef, chicken, seafood, eggs, milk, grains, ... are food sources. Protein-rich products provide amino acids to regenerate eye tissue. Foods rich in fat: Avocados, nuts such as walnuts, sunflower seeds, almonds, ... are foods rich in healthy fats, which prevent inflammation.

How long after cataract surgery can I shower and wash my hair?

It's usually considered safe to wash your hair 24 hours after you have cataract surgery. However, you should keep your eyes closed and avoid getting any water or shampoo in your eye, and, it's advised that you use a mild or baby shampoo. You should also avoid rubbing your eye.

What are the side effects of cataract surgery?