How long does Sensitivity last after cataract surgery?
The light sensitivity settles down in a few weeks during the recovery period after cataract surgery as the brain adapts to the new normal level of light intensity.
How long after cataract surgery can retinal detachment occur?
Of all pseudophakic RDs analyzed in this study, 25\% occurred within 0.7 years after surgery, 50\% within 3.1 years, 75\% within 6.8 years, and 90\% within 14 years. The 95\% confidence interval for the mean time interval between cataract surgery and RD was 3.1–6.75 years.
Why does my eye still hurt after cataract surgery?
Although increased IOP after cataract surgery—especially in the immediate postoperative period—is a potential cause of pain, I have found that the most common cause of postoperative pain is drying of the ocular surface from the preservatives in perioperative drops, exposure during surgery, and wound creation.
How do I know if my retina detached?
The sudden appearance of many floaters — tiny specks that seem to drift through your field of vision. Flashes of light in one or both eyes (photopsia) Blurred vision. Gradually reduced side (peripheral) vision.
What causes inflammation in the eye after cataract surgery?
Following cataract surgery, inflammation of the surrounding structures can result from the breakdown of the blood-aqueous barrier. Inflammation can be poorly controlled or can “rebound” during the steroid taper, leading to infiltration of cells into the AC accompanied by an acute flare of anterior uveitis.
Can an eye test detect a detached retina?
How will my eye doctor check for retinal detachment? If you see any warning signs of a retinal detachment, your eye doctor can check your eyes with a dilated eye exam. Your doctor will give you some eye drops to dilate (widen) your pupil and then look at your retina at the back of your eye.