What should I pay attention to after myopia surgery? Does playing with mobile phones affect myopia surgery?

Many people are very cautious about eye surgery and still have doubts about many issues related to myopia surgery. For example, what can you do before surgery? What can't you do? What should you pay attention to after surgery? Today, the editor will answer them for you~

1. Does playing with mobile phones have an impact on myopia surgery?

Nowadays, many people are addicted to their phones, and many stay up late to play with their phones. Although this habit will not have a big impact on the surgery, it is best to ensure adequate rest before and after the surgery.

Moreover, long-term and close-up use of the eyes can easily cause eye fatigue. At any time, excessive use of the eyes can easily put too much pressure on our eyes. Even if you don’t have surgery, you should try to avoid it.

2. Why is the preoperative examination so troublesome?

This is because preoperative examination for myopia surgery is the key to determining whether the patient's condition is suitable for the surgery. Not only the degree of myopia needs to be considered, but also eye indicators such as corneal curvature and corneal thickness need to be checked.

Although the 18 or so preoperative examinations sound troublesome, they are all for the safety of the surgery.

3. Can I drive back home on the day of surgery?

Patients are generally not encouraged to drive back home on the day of surgery. Although with the development of laser myopia surgery, the discomfort symptoms after surgery have become less and less severe.

However, since anesthesia is required during the operation, some patients may experience eye sensitivity, soreness and other irritation symptoms after the operation, which usually can be relieved after 4-6 hours. During this period of time, it is recommended that patients do not drive themselves, and it is better to have family members accompany them!

4. What should I do if I am afraid of infection after body cleaning after surgery?

Many patients are worried about their eyes being contaminated by dirty water and are also concerned about personal hygiene. So how can they clean their eyes? Within two weeks after surgery, you can go to a barber shop to wash your hair, or have someone else do it for you. When washing your face, you can wipe the skin around your eyes with a wet towel.

5. How long will it take to be able to use my eyes normally after the operation?

Soon after the operation, you will be able to use your eyes normally, which will not affect your normal study, work, life, etc. It is recommended to rest on the day after the operation and try not to play with mobile phones or computers.

6. Can I exercise normally after the operation?

Many patients who undergo myopia surgery are sports enthusiasts. They are often very concerned about whether they can exercise after myopia surgery.

Zhang Qingsong, deputy chief physician, member of the Refractive Subcommittee of the Ophthalmology Committee of the Chinese Association of Non-public Medical Institutions, and director of the Refractive Department of the Aier Eye Hospital Affiliated to Wuhan University (Aier Eye Hospital Group Hubei Headquarters), said: You can rest assured here, myopia surgery does not affect normal exercise, whether it is running, basketball, or football, you can do it normally. Be careful to avoid strenuous exercise that may hit the eyes within 3 months after the operation, do not swim within 6 months, and do not dive within 1 year.

But whether you have undergone myopia surgery or not, you should be careful not to hit your eyeballs during exercise. After the surgery, you should be cautious when participating in special sports such as boxing, karate, diving, etc.

7. How to maintain after surgery?

First, follow the doctor's review arrangements. After the operation, a scientific follow-up plan will be formulated, with regular reviews and tests every day, week, month, three months, six months, and one year to check the patient's healing ability and refraction, and adjust medication in a timely manner.

Secondly, patients should pay attention to the time and intensity of eye use. Many people are very happy after their vision is restored, and then they overuse their eyes unconsciously. Remember not to "let yourself go". Only by using your eyes scientifically can you maintain good vision!