| Links
& Resources |
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www.lasikinstitute.org
- probably the best source of well-balanced information
on LASIK for both the public and physicians |
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www.eyenet.org
- the home page of the American Academy of Ophthalmology |
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www.ascrs.org
- a comprehensive link to relevant information
on eye health and refractive surgery |
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| Post
Procedure Activities and Restrictions |
- It
is best to keep both eyes closed and rest as
much as possible for the remainder day of the
following your surgery. Sleep will speed your
recovery. Wear the eye shield for the next three
nights.
- Read
and watch TV in moderation for the first few
days.
- Showers
and baths are fine but try to kep your eyes
closed and avoid getting water directly in the
eye for few days. When drying off, pat the outer
eyelid and surrounding areas of your face gently
with a towel. Avoid directly rubbing or bumping
your eye.
- Do
not go for swimming for one month. This is to
avoid any risk of infection.
- Resume
driving only when advised by your doctor and
when you feel confident and safe. This generally
occurs between 2 and 4 days. However, since
your vision may fluctuate for the first several
weeks, it is important to use good judment.
- Most
people can return to work the next day.
- Do
not wear eye makeup, lotions, cologne of aftershave
for 1 week
- Wear
sunglasses for comfort while outdoors.
- Avoid
dirty and dusty environments for 1 week
- Most
patients can return to their normal exercise
routine after 1-2 days. Avoid contact sports(basketball,
football,...etc)in the first month after surgenry.
- Blinking
is helpful in corneal recovery.
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