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You can resume most of your regular activities within a few days, including exercise and sports (be sure to use protective eyewear). Once Dr. Anderson gives you the go-ahead, you can drive. Feel free to bathe or shower and use shampoo as cleanliness decreases the risk of infection, but don’t rub your eye. Some doctors recommend that women wait a few days before wearing make-up around the eyes. And because your new intra-ocular lens protects your eye against ultraviolet light (just as your natural lens did), sun exposure is not a problem. Some people feel more comfortable, however, with sunglasses. You should not go swimming until the doctor says you can (about two weeks), because the water in pools can cause inflammation or harbour infectious viruses or bacteria. You may also want to avoid lifting anything heavier than 9 kg (20 lb.) for the first week after surgery, as the exertion may cause discomfort in your eye. Is there an easy way to put in eye drops? If you need help, Dr. Anderson or your nurse can offer a few tips. Some people prefer to have someone else put eye drops in for them. Another way to make the task easier is to lie down (this is particularly useful for people who have difficulty tilting their head back because of arthritis or neck problems). In this way, your eyes are in the correct position and the drops can simply ”fall” in. You can pull the lower eyelid out slightly to make a pocket for the drops, but this is not necessary. Once the drops are in, you may keep your eyes closed for a few minutes to minimize the temporary burning sensation that many eye drops cause. Gently blot any excess medication. |
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