Can you eat or drink before cataract surgery?
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Can you eat or drink before cataract surgery?
Do not eat anything (including gum, candy, or mints) after midnight the night before surgery. Do not drink anything except for clear water after midnight the night before surgery. If you do not fast, we will need to cancel your surgery.
What should you avoid before cataract surgery?
Simply wash your face with soap and water prior to your cataract surgery. In addition to your 12-hour fast leading up to surgery, you should abstain from drinking any alcoholic beverages such as wine, liquor, or beer for at least 24 hours before your cataract surgery.
Is breakfast allowed before cataract surgery?
A: You can eat a light breakfast, such as toast or cereal. Foods that are greasy or spicy should not be eaten prior to surgery.
Why can you not eat or drink before cataract surgery?
The requirement for fasting before surgery was recommended by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), which published updated guidelines in 2011 for patients undergoing general anesthesia to reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia.
How many days rest after cataract operation?
While each person heals differently, many patients report drastically better vision within the first 24 hours of the procedure. Plan on taking one to three days off of work to be sure you have enough time to rest, but it is normal to resume most normal activities within a couple of days.
Can u watch TV after cataract surgery?
You can read or watch TV right away, but things may look blurry. Most people are able to return to work or their normal routine in 1 to 3 days. After your eye heals, you may still need to wear glasses, especially for reading.
What is the best diet before surgery?
Healthy proteins: fish,chicken,lean red meat,eggs,beans,soy,tofu,nuts
What should you eat before and after surgery?
Some of these include: Yogurt Kefir (both dairy and water) Apple cider vinegar or other traditionally fermented vinegars Naturally fermented vegetables; sauerkraut, kimchee Fermented beverages; beet kvass, kombucha Fermented bean and legumes Naturally fermented chutneys and salsas
Is it OK to take aspirin before cataract surgery?
Generally yes. Im not familiar with the specifics of the procedure the opthomologist will be performing, but it is not uncommon to stop aspirin prior to most elective surgical procedures to decrease. the overall risk of bleeding.
What precautions to take after cataract surgery?
Proper rest for no less than a month!