What Are Cataracts?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
9. Postoperative Care and Prevention
The recovery period after cataract surgery is usually short with the patient being ambulatory on the day of surgery. However, patients are advised to avoid heavy lifting, straining, and to move cautiously for a month. The eye is also patched and an eye shield should be used at night for several days.
While there is no scientifically proven prevention method for senile cataracts, smoking cessation and the use of eye protection (wearing sunglasses) can help delay the development of cataracts.
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