01-14-20, 02:29 PM | ||
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: TarHeel country
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DH was sent home with some big sunglasses (similar to the flimsy ones for dilating eyes but more heavy duty). More like actual glasses. It's also helpful if you have someone who can help with the eye drops (not necessary but helpful). DH did say that his vision was shockingly improved the next day (compared to how it was with the cataracts). |
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01-14-20, 02:33 PM | |
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Join Date: Sep 2010
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Hi Pat! My mom had cataract surgery in both eyes (done separately) when she was in her 70's or 80's. Both procedures were very easy for her with no complications and she was a woman with a very low pain threshold and also she was a big chicken about medical procedures too! Immediately after she had her first eye done, she was so impressed with the results that she wanted to get her other eye done as soon as possible! She didn't have anesthesia, just a sedative as you will be having. I hope you have an easy time like she did.
Like Alison's DH, my mom's vision was improved right after the procedure. Pamper yourself and take it easy for the week after your procedure. I wish you all the best! |
01-14-20, 04:45 PM | |
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Twin Cities, MN
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I had cataract surgery on both eyes last summer and I don’t remember waiting any time before looking at a screen. In fact, I texted a few people on the way home. There was a bit of an exercise restriction, although I started my outside walks back up the next day, I think. The restriction involves not lowering your head below your waist or something. You're supposed to keep your blood pressure low.
The sedative is one of those amnesia drugs, where you’re actually awake during the procedure so you can stare at the light, but most people remember absolutely nothing afterward. It is an IV, though. Many people remember more from their second surgery, but I remembered nothing. Both surgeries were a piece of cake. Just drops before and after. |
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