Cataract is an eye disease that most often appears after the age of 40. Only in this case can the patient count on a quick recovery and minimal risks of complications.
However, a very pressing question arises: how to restore the previous quality of life after the operation? Several important recommendations are provided specifically for this purpose.
Basic recommendations for a quick recovery after cataract surgery
In order to restore your previous quality of life, it is essential to follow your doctor’s recommendations for post-operative care.
Additionally, the patient is offered the following useful recommendations:
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Avoid intense physical activity and sudden bends.
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It is necessary to avoid direct contact of water with the eyes, and therefore you should refrain from washing your face under the tap and using various decorative cosmetics for the eyelids and eyelashes.
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It is important not to skip the procedure of instilling eye drops using special drops prescribed by the doctor.
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It is necessary to protect the eyes from various external factors as much as possible - sun rays, wind with street dust particles. This is especially important in the first few days after the operation.
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It is necessary to maintain the water balance in the body by drinking enough water. This will help to avoid excessive dryness of the mucous membranes.
In addition, it is recommended to remember several simple but strict restrictions: do not visit saunas/baths, swimming pools. In case of discomfort, you must immediately consult a doctor.
How to avoid complications
For successful recovery after surgery, it is necessary to perform light loads in the form of frequent walks around the house/street. In addition, simple household activities that are not capable of increasing intraocular pressure are allowed. You should return to sports no earlier than after a month.
When washing your hair, you should avoid getting water or shampoo in your eyes. To do this, follow these practical tips: throw your head back, tilting it as slowly as possible and without any sudden movements.
Important aspects of quality rehabilitation include sound sleep. For example, the first week after surgery, it is recommended to sleep exclusively on your back or side. If the surgery was performed on only one eye, then you should choose the side opposite to the side where the operated eye is located. This way, you can avoid the risk of eye injury.
You can read books and use gadgets the day after the surgery, but you should not overload your eyes too much: take short breaks every 20-30 minutes. You should gradually increase the time spent reading a book or using a gadget 2-3 weeks after cataract removal.
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