Vitrectomy Surgery Recovery

The clear gel-like substance that fills the eye, the vitreous humour, may need to be removed in order to eliminate debris that is responsible for eye floaters. This surgical procedure is called a vitrectomy. As with any operation, it is prudent to gain an understanding of possible complications that may hamper vitrectomy surgery recovery, which may include eye redness, reduced vision and discharge.

Directly following surgery, the likelihood is that the patient will be given an eye patch to wear in order to protect the eye. This may usually be removed after a day or so, and may be replaced by a plastic shield to maintain eye protection. This shield is particularly useful in the first few days of vitrectomy surgery recovery, especially to protect the eye when sleeping or taking showers. The main recommendation following the procedure is to relax, and refrain from any strenuous exercise or lifting of heavy objects.

Antibiotic eye drops may be prescribed to prevent infection, and sometimes anti-inflammatory drops are offered, as well as pain relievers so that the recovery is as comfortable as possible. Cold compresses could also be used.

Obviously, a little discomfort should be expected during vitrectomy surgery recovery, but severe or prolonged pain should not occur. If this is the case, then the advice of medical professionals is essential. Any redness, swelling or discharge may well be a sign of an underlying problem such as infection. Also abnormal during vitrectomy recovery is a reduction in vision, or an increase in floaters and flashes, so once again, prompt medical attention will be required to prevent any longer term issues.

It is not surprising therefore, that many sufferers have preferred to follow the natural approach to eye floater treatment, and try to avoid surgery altogether.

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