I have "two positives"... Can I still have myopia surgery?

Recently, due to the relaxation of the epidemic, there are suddenly many friends around me who have "re-tested positive"! Daily greetings have also become "Are you positive?"... Various voices of concern have also emerged~ Similarly, in the field of myopia surgery, some people have raised such questions:

Can I still have myopia surgery if I am positive?

If I become impotent after undergoing myopia surgery, will it affect my recovery?

Will coughing after having an erection affect wound healing?

Various worries are inevitable! Due to the appearance of "positive" symptoms, everyone's original plans have been disrupted. Patients who need myopia surgery are facing the above uncertainties and their concerns are increasing. So today, we invite experts from the Refractive Surgery Department of Nanjing Aier Eye Hospital to answer them one by one:

Q

Can I undergo myopia surgery while still in the positive state?

A

Surgery is generally divided into emergency surgery and elective surgery. If it is an emergency surgery, failure to perform it in time will affect the patient's life safety, so the surgery must be performed. Myopia surgery is an elective surgery . If the patient is still in a positive state, the body will be accompanied by discomfort symptoms, such as fever and headache, and the resistance will decrease. The individual's cooperation is also poor. It is recommended to wait until the discomfort symptoms disappear after the test turns negative before elective surgery.

Although myopia surgery is a minimally invasive surgery, it should also be treated with caution. After being infected with the new coronavirus, a series of symptoms such as fever, cough, and general fatigue will occur. In order to ensure the safety of the surgery and postoperative recovery effect, it is recommended to undergo surgery after the symptoms improve!

Q

Will impotence after surgery affect recovery?

A

If you have a "positive" myopia after surgery and have symptoms such as fever, pain, cough, etc., it is recommended that you listen to the doctor's advice, take relevant medications in time, rest in bed more, drink more hot water, and follow the ophthalmologist's instructions, use eye drops on time, have follow-up examinations on time, have a regular work and rest schedule, do a good job of postoperative care, and maintain good eye habits. Generally speaking, it will not have much impact on recovery.

COVID-19 is mainly an infection of the upper respiratory tract. If fever causes dry eyes and other discomfort, artificial tears can be used multiple times to relieve it. However, if severe symptoms such as persistent high fever occur, especially if it causes obvious discomfort in the eyes, such as blurred vision, red eyes, pain, etc., you should go to the hospital for treatment in time.

Q

How to take good care of yourself after impotence surgery?

A

If you have just had myopia surgery recently and unfortunately got infected, you need to pay attention to the following aspects of eye care:

1. Maintain a positive attitude

It is not scary to be infected with the new coronavirus. As long as you take medicine on time, get enough rest, and drink more hot water, you will recover soon.

2. Wash your hands frequently

Always wash your hands before and after using eye drops at home.

3. Don’t rub your eyes

Never rub your eyes with your hands, especially if you have touched your nose or covered your mouth when coughing.

4. Rest more and use your eyes less

If you feel uncomfortable, find a comfortable way to lie down, close your eyes, and rest.

5. Take medication as directed by your doctor

Keep using eye drops, do not increase or decrease the number of times you put the drops in without authorization, and properly manage the drugs to avoid contact and contamination by others. There are more eye drops after surgery, and the time of each drop should be followed according to the doctor's instructions.

Doctor's reminder

External force impacting the eyes after surgery, such as bumping or rubbing the eyes hard, will affect the wound inside the eye. Coughing after being infected with the new coronavirus usually does not affect the recovery of the wound. The key is to relax and have a good rest, and strive to recover as soon as possible!

In addition, ICL lens implantation has very strict requirements for the surgeon, and it must be performed by a doctor who has passed the international VISIAN ICL qualification certification. Patients and friends should go to a regular hospital for relevant examinations, and the doctor will recommend a suitable treatment plan based on the examination results!