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What Causes Watery Eyes After Cataract Surgery?

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Posted on Wed, 15 Feb 2017
Question: I had cateract surgery and my eyes water allot , what can I do to stop this.
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Answered by Dr. Ramesh Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Its normal.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for choosing HCM
I understand your concern

Eyes take atleast 8-12 weeks after cataract surgery to recover fully.Redening ,pain.Itching can be there in operated eye during these weeks and is done run.
Ask your opthalmologist to prescribe you a drop containing antibiotic plus anti inflamatory exam.
Thanks.
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Dr. Ramesh Kumar

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What Causes Watery Eyes After Cataract Surgery?

Brief Answer: Its normal. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for choosing HCM I understand your concern Eyes take atleast 8-12 weeks after cataract surgery to recover fully.Redening ,pain.Itching can be there in operated eye during these weeks and is done run. Ask your opthalmologist to prescribe you a drop containing antibiotic plus anti inflamatory exam. Thanks.