Question 1

I'm new to wearing contact lenses and have been super careful, following all the instructions from my optician. I only wore them for 5 hours today, but now I'm feeling a bit uneasy. One of my eyes feels a bit offthere's some redness and it kind of feels like something's stuck in it. It's not the actual eye, but more like inside the eyelid where I sense it. I even took a picture to see if there's something visible. What should I do about this? How can I make it better?

Accepted Answer

Visit your doctor for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 2

I'm really worried about my dad. He's been a heart patient and even had bypass surgery about five years ago. He's been on blood thinners ever since. Now he's dealing with cataracts and the eye doctors are saying he should stop his blood thinners for a week before the surgery. I'm not sure about this advice. Is it really necessary to stop taking those medicines? And if he does stop, could it cause any problems or risks for his heart condition?

Accepted Answer

For patients undergoing cataract surgery who are on blood thinners, it is important to consult with both the cardiologist and the ophthalmologist to determine the best course of action. Stopping blood thinners can increase the risk of blood clots and other complications during surgery. However, in some cases, the ophthalmologist may recommend temporarily stopping the blood thinner to reduce the risk of bleeding during the surgery. If the ophthalmologist has recommended stopping the blood thinner for a week before the cataract surgery, it is important to follow their advice. They may have specific protocols in place to minimize the risk of bleeding during the procedure. It is crucial to discuss this decision with both the cardiologist and the ophthalmologist to ensure the safest outcome for your father. I don't know.

Question 3

I'm feeling a bit anxious as a family member is set to have cataract surgery soon. The doctor mentioned we need to choose a lens, but we're not sure which one would be best. They've given us two options: Acrysof IQ Vivity from Alcon or Tecnis Eyhance by Johnson & Johnson Vision. Could you help us figure out which might be the better choice? It's really important to us to get this right.

Accepted Answer

Ophtholmologist

My dad takes Ecospirin AV 75 every night, and he's got a cataract surgery scheduled for January 7th. The doctor said to stop taking Ecospirin AV 75 five days before the operation. Does that sound right to you? I just want to make sure it's okay.

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