Laser Refractive Surgery and Cataract Centre

Points to Note – After the Surgery

1.	On the post-operative day: Do not remove the eye shield Do not rub your eyes Do not use any eye drops unless specifically instructed by your doctor Clean only the area around the eye shield if tears come out from your eyes Take prescribed medicine if you have eye discomfort Get plenty of rest. When lying in bed, lie in dorsal position (on your back) and prevent lying in prone position (on your stomach) Do not drive or operate any machines
2.	The day after the operation: Do not rub your eyes Return to the Laser Refractive Surgery and Cataract Centre for a follow-up appointment, during which your eye shield will be removed by our nursing staff (please keep the eye shield)
3.	Within one week after the operation: Do not rub your eyes especially when you wash your face Do not let any other fluids get into your eyes except the prescribed eye drops Refrain from using any eye cosmetics and/or eye care products Wear your eye shield at bedtime Wear sunglasses or spectacles to protect your eyes from dust and injury
4.	Within one month after the operation: Do not rub your eyes Do not let sweat run into your eyes during exercise Avoid swimming, diving and any form of vigorous exercise Do not have saunas and/or steam baths Do not drive or operate any machines as your vision is not yet stable Return to the Laser Refractive Surgery and Cataract Centre for a follow-up appointment.