New Vision Eye Clinic

Micro-incision Phacoemusification

Cataract surgery care

• Don’t do any strenuous activities for a few weeks.
• Don't drive cars or ride scooters until you feel comfortable and your vision stability.
• Follow your doctor’s orders regarding any antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops. These are important to prevent infection and inflammation and ensure proper healing.
• Avoid dirty and dusty environments for at least 1week.
• Don’t rub your eyes for at least 3 months.
• Avoid pools, spa, hot tubs, hot spring and beaches for at least 3 months.
• No eye makeup for at least a week.
• No smoking.
• Take high-fiber food, fruits, vegetables and high-protein food.
• Take health supplements: DHA, fish oil, Lutein(5-10mg/day) and Benfotiamine.
• It is normal that have mild eye pain at the first day after surgery, but if the pain is severe, or it causes you to have a headache or vomit, please contact us immediately.