Intravitreal
Injection
Advice:
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Please do not wash your hair for one week.
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Please do not immerse your eyes in water for 48 hours.
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Please refrain from rubbing your eye/s.
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Please avoid vigorous exercise or heavy lifting for the next 24 hours.
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You may have mild discomfort and redness at the site of injection.
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You may see floaters or cobwebs and/or get blurred vision.
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You should continue to take any previous medication you have. Please start afresh bottle of eye dropson the treated eye.
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If you require multiple treatments, you will receive an appointment for further assessment.
Please get in touch if your eye/s become very red, painful or you develop loss of vision over the next few days.
Cataract
Surgery
Post-Operative Instructions After Cataract Surgery
Thank you for having your cataract surgery with us. Please read the following information carefully. It will help your eye heal quickly and reduce the risk of complications.
What to Expect
• Your vision may be blurry for the first few days.
• You may notice glare, halos, or flickering lights — this usually settles.
• Your eye may feel gritty, watery, or slightly uncomfortable for a few days.
• Mild redness is normal.
Eye Drops
• Use your prescribed drops exactly as directed (usually an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory).
• Wash your hands before and after putting in drops.
• Do not stop early unless advised by your doctor.
• If you run out, contact us for a repeat prescription.
Eye Protection
• Wear the plastic eye shield at night for the first week.
• During the day, you may wear sunglasses to reduce glare.
• Avoid rubbing or pressing on your eye.
Activity
• You can walk, read, and watch TV as usual.
• Avoid strenuous exercise, bending down for long periods, or heavy lifting for 2 weeks.
• Avoid swimming and hot tubs for 4 weeks.
• You may return to driving when you meet the legal vision standard and feel safe.
Hygiene
• You may bathe or shower, but try to keep water and soap out of the eye.
• Pat around your eye gently if it waters — do not rub.
Follow-Up Appointment
• You will be seen in clinic as arranged (usually within 2–4 weeks).
• Glasses can usually be updated 4–6 weeks after surgery.
When to Seek Help
Please contact us immediately if you notice any of the following:
• Sudden worsening of vision
• Severe or increasing eye pain
• Increasing redness or swelling
• Flashes of light or a curtain/shadow across your vision
• A sticky eye with discharge
YAG
Laser
You have just undergone a YAG laser capsulotomy to improve your vision following cataract surgery. This procedure uses a laser to create an opening in the cloudy capsule that sometimes forms behind the intraocular lens implant.
Please follow these instructions carefully to ensure a smooth recovery:
What to Expect After the Procedure
Vision: You may notice improvement in your vision within a few hours to a few days. However, it may be blurry at first due to dilating drops or debris in the eye.
Floaters: Some floaters are common after the laser. These usually fade over time but may persist in some cases.
Discomfort: Mild eye irritation or a scratchy feeling is normal. Pain is uncommon. If you experience significant pain, contact your doctor.
Medications
Anti-inflammatory eye drops (e.g., Prednisolone, Ketorolac, or similar) may be prescribed. Use as directed, usually 2–4 times daily for 3–5 days. Shake the bottle before use and apply only the number of drops prescribed. If you were already using drops in this eye for another condition (e.g., glaucoma), continue them unless told otherwise.
Activity Restrictions
No special restrictions are typically required. You may resume normal activities, including reading, watching TV, using the computer, and bathing. You can return to work the next day unless otherwise advised.
Call Your Doctor If You Experience: A sudden decrease in vision. A large increase in floaters or flashing lights. Eye pain or severe headache. Nausea or vomiting. Redness that gets worse instead of better
Follow-Up Appointment
A follow-up exam is typically scheduled within 1–2 weeks after the procedure to check your vision and eye pressure. Be sure to attend this appointment even if you're feeling fine.
Eyeglasses
Your prescription may change after the laser. You may need updated glasses if vision improves significantly. Wait until your follow-up exam before getting new glasses.