Cataract surgery is a short, safe operation. Good preparation helps you recover quickly.
Before the day
- Come for the check-up and tests the doctor asks for (blood sugar, blood pressure and eye measurements).
- Tell the doctor about all your medicines, especially for diabetes, blood pressure or blood thinning.
- Keep blood sugar and blood pressure under control. The operation may be postponed if they are too high.
- Use the eye drops you are given exactly as advised.
On the day
- Take a bath and wash your face and hair. Do not apply kajal, oil or cream around the eyes.
- Take your regular medicines unless the doctor told you otherwise.
- Eat a light meal unless you are told to come fasting.
- Bring your case papers, reports, medicines and one family member.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothes.