DO ALL DIABETICS NEED A RETINA EXAMINATION?
Yes. Why did my diabetologist advise me a retina/fundus examination? – to check for diabetic
WHAT IS DIABETIC RETINOPATHY?
Diabetes affects the retinal capillaries and other blood vessels. The effects of these on the
CAN I DRIVE BACK AFTER A RETINA CHECK-UP?
Will someone need to accompany me for the check-up? – the pupillary dilatation can often
HOW DOES THE DOCTOR CHECK MY RETINA?
By putting some drops called “mydriatics” which dilate the pupils. The retina is the examined by an
WHO ALL NEED A RETINA CHECK-UP?
It is recommended that people with high numbers, all diabetics and people > 40 years
WILL THERE BE IMBALANCE IN VISION AFTER CATARACT SURGERY ON THE FIRST EYE?
Often patients complain of imbalance in the vision after the cataract surgery of the first
WHAT SYMPTOMS ARE NOT SO COMMON AFTER CATARACT SURGERY AND HAVE TO BE ATTENDED TO IMMEDIATELY?
In case you experience symptoms of worsening or loss of vision, spots (floaters) or flashes
WHAT CAN I EAT AFTER CATARACT SURGERY?
There are no dietary restrictions post cataract surgery, however you must follow your regular diet
HOW SOON CAN I GO HOME AFTER THE CATARACT REMOVAL SURGERY?
Post cataract surgery you are advised to rest for 45 mins, after which you can
HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO KEEP MY EYE COVERED AFTER CATARACT SURGERY?
You will be provided with protective eye wear to prevent injury, dust, foreign body. You
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