After eye surgery or injury
Eye surgery or an injury, even a minor one, requires care in the following weeks. On this page you will find what to do immediately in the event of an injury and some advice for the recovery period, always following the instructions of the ophthalmologist.
In the event of an eye injury, go to an eye emergency department immediately if:
- the eye has been hit hard or something has cut or pierced it
- a chemical has got in (detergents, lime, solvents): first rinse thoroughly with water for several minutes, then go to the emergency department
- there is a foreign body that does not come out by itself: do not try to remove it and do not rub the eye
- your vision has dropped, you see double, there is blood in the eye or severe pain
After surgery: what to do in the first weeks
- Use the eye drops prescribed by the ophthalmologist, following doses and times
- Do not rub the operated eye and wash your hands well before touching it
- Protect the eye from dust, wind and bright light, for example with sunglasses
- Avoid swimming pools, make-up and physical exertion until the ophthalmologist gives you the go-ahead
- Do not skip the scheduled follow-up visits
Eye comfort during recovery
After surgery it is common to have dry eyes, burning or a foreign body sensation for some time. On the ophthalmologist's advice you can use artificial tears and specific products indicated for the post-operative period, and sterile gauze pads for gentle cleaning of the eyelids.
What about glasses?
After some operations, for example cataract surgery, your vision changes and you need new glasses. Wait for the ophthalmologist's go-ahead, then come and see us for an eye test.
Post-operative products
Artificial tears and sterile gauze pads, always to be used on the ophthalmologist's advice. If you have any doubts, ask us in store.
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