Recovering from Laser Eye Surgery
Protection from UV Light and Airborne Debris
After your laser eye surgery in Sydney, you need to protect the treated eyes from damaging Ultraviolet (UV) lights and airborne dusts or particles. The UV lights can come from the sun's rays and artificial lights or lamps. You have to wear protective shield for your eyes immediately after the surgery. This is to ensure that your treated eyes will not be exposed from damaging external elements. You should not remove the protective shield until your surgeon tells you to do so. Your surgeon will also give you prescriptions such as antibiotics and eye drops for moistening or anti-inflammatory. You also need to secure and wear your UV protection sunglasses after the protective shield since newly treated eyes are sensitive and fragile.
Eye Rest and Relaxation
Every patient should get some sleep after their laser vision correction in Sydney to rest the treated eyes. This can help reduce the risks of post-surgery pains and stress. You have to give yourself at least 48 hours off from work and active tasks. You should avoid activities that can be stressful to your eyes. These include reading books or newspapers, watching television, and browsing through your computer. You must not touch your treated eyes after the surgery. Be sure to wear the recommended protective shield even during your sleep. If you strain your eyes after the surgery, you will experience post-surgery pains and stress which can extend your recovery period. It may also cause serious complications or trigger possible side effects.
Post-Surgery Sports and Shower
If you are into sports, you will have to rest from these activities for at least a month until your surgeon allows. Sports activities can strain your treated eyes and expose them to damaging external elements. They can even get hit by balls or other people in the field. However, if you think your sports cannot affect your eyes, you have to consult your doctor first to get better insights and professional advices. Showering can also damage your eyes so you have to wear your protective eye shield. You should make sure that the water and soap will not get into your eyes.