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What Causes Severe Insomnia Post A Cataract Surgery?
Question: Hello,
My father recently had cataract surgery done and has since been suffering from severe insomnia. Could this have anything to do with the type of lens that was used during surgery? I understand that some block out blue light which can cause sleep disturbances. If the insomnia continues should he request the lens to be replaced? Thank you for your time.
My father recently had cataract surgery done and has since been suffering from severe insomnia. Could this have anything to do with the type of lens that was used during surgery? I understand that some block out blue light which can cause sleep disturbances. If the insomnia continues should he request the lens to be replaced? Thank you for your time.
Brief Answer:
post cataract surgery andinsomnea.
Detailed Answer:
operation and symptoms are not linked. iol lens can not be related to it. there is no use of changing the lens. it appears to be anxiety neurosis. steroid eye drop and artificial teardrop are advised to be used for some time. can have post operative checkup and reassurance by doctor. counseling can be given. can take counseling from clinical psychologist to tackle insomnia. naturopathy can help to tackle insomneaif certain co lour of light is causing insomnia then avoid such light. he needs counseling. can be allowed to discus with operating surgeon to discus his problem till heis satisfied,
post cataract surgery andinsomnea.
Detailed Answer:
operation and symptoms are not linked. iol lens can not be related to it. there is no use of changing the lens. it appears to be anxiety neurosis. steroid eye drop and artificial teardrop are advised to be used for some time. can have post operative checkup and reassurance by doctor. counseling can be given. can take counseling from clinical psychologist to tackle insomnia. naturopathy can help to tackle insomneaif certain co lour of light is causing insomnia then avoid such light. he needs counseling. can be allowed to discus with operating surgeon to discus his problem till heis satisfied,
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