-=> August Abolins wrote to Sean Dennis <=-

 AA> Is that what everyone gets after cataract surgery?

No, it depends on the person.  I asked Google and it spat out this:

"Permanent dry eyes after cataract surgery are uncommon, but temporary dry eye
is very common, affecting up to 37-42% of patients, with symptoms usually
peaking in the first week and gradually improving over 1-3 months as corneal
nerves heal; however, a significant minority (around 34%) may experience
persistent dry eye-like symptoms, especially if they had pre-existing dry eye
or risk factors like older age or female gender."

I do spend a lot of time at the comoputer and that causes issues as well.  I
use Soothe (a pure glycerin eye drop) and Systane (a propolyne [sp]
glycol-based eye drop) to help with the dry eyes.

I am still very light sensitive, but I am told that might take 6-8 months to
get over as I had cataracts for decades and my cornea takes its time to
adjust.

I also have moderate diabetic retinopathy and that also may be causing
secondary issues.  I need to contact my retina specialist and ask if he still
wants me to come in to continue to get shots in my eyes.

With the insulin pump, I'm hoping I can get things under control to live
somewhat of a normal life again.

-- Sean

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