This article explains what to expect after laser surgery for a retinal tear, including tips for recovery, potential complications, and when to contact a doctor.
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After surgery, the doctor will talk with the person about medications to manage swelling and pain. They will also explain when the person can resume certain activities, such as driving.
During laser surgery, an ophthalmologist directs a high intensity laser beam at the torn retina, creating minor burns that seal the tear with scar tissue, prevent fluid leakage, and secure the retina to prevent detachment.
Following laser surgery (photocoagulation) to repair a retinal tear, a person can expect a fairly brief recovery period with minimal discomfort. Temporary symptoms may include mild irritation and blurred vision.
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Ivan-balvan/Getty ImagesLaser surgery is a standard and highly effective treatment for retinal tears, with some research highlighting success rates exceeding 90%.
The entire procedure typically takes fewer than 15 minutes and does not require a hospital stay. An ophthalmologist can perform it in their office.
Following surgery, a person may experience symptoms such as:
Their doctor may recommend over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication and prescribe eye drops to prevent swelling. People may also need to wear an eye patch and avoid certain activities, such as driving and exercise, until their eye heals.
A survey study found that people were more likely to report pain following cryopexy, a type of freezing treatment, than laser surgery. They also reported feeling that recovery was easier after laser surgery.
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Your doctor will advise you if there are any restrictions following the procedure.
You may return to work or school the day following your treatment. If your work involves physical activity, you will need to restrict your activities or remain at home for one week.
Use cough syrups or other medications to control coughing and sneezing.
Your vision may be blurry for two to three weeks or longer after the treatment. Usually, but not always, vision will then begin to slowly improve to the pretreatment level.
You may have some discomfort around your treated eye. Advil or Tylenol is usually sufficient to relieve the pain. Please contact us immediately if you have severe pain or discomfort.
The eye may be quite bloodshot following treatment. No therapy is necessary for this. You should not experience drainage or discharge after the first day.
Your doctor may patch your eye after the procedure. If this is done, you should wear the patch for at least four to six hours. If no anesthesia was required, you will probably not be given an eye patch.
Your doctor will discuss the need for eye drops at the time of the laser treatment.
Generally, you can wear your contact lenses once the redness has subsided. This is usually within one or two days after the laser treatment.
Someone should drive you home after the laser treatment. Generally, driving can be resumed the next day. However, if you are having vision problems, then you should wait several more days until you feel comfortable driving.
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