Frequently asked questions
Answers to the burning questions in your mind.
2 to 6 weeks depending on which gas is used. If silicone oil is used then there is no restriction on air travel.
If the eye becomes more red or painful or the vision gets worse. If any of these symptoms occur please contact the eye clinic.
Washing hair - 1 week, Lifting more than 20kg - 2 weeks, Swimming- 2 weeks
As a general rule, wait 4 weeks until the brain adjusts to the vision between the two eyes. If both eyes are operated on the same day then you may be able to drive the following day depending on how the eyes heal.
Gentle warm compress on the eyelids and massage the eyelids four times a day. Preservative free lubricants 4 to 6 times a day.
View our locations. Dr Qureshi here operates at both private and public hospitals to better suit patients needs.
The eye will be slightly irritable for the first week but this will improve with drops.The vision will improve between 1 and 3 days after surgery and even up to six weeks. The vision can remain blurred after retinal surgery depending on the presence of gas (up to 2 weeks) or oil (until the oil is removed).
At least one week for cataract surgery and 2 weeks after retinal surgery.