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Had Cataract Surgery. Visual Field Are Significantly Larger. Concerned?

Posted on Tue, 23 Jul 2013

Question: 69 yr old male 3 days post-op cataract surgery on right eye. Objects in visual field are significantly larger as per a magnifying glass and wavy in nature. Am taking XXXXXXX for BPH but had informed opthamalogist about this because of possible side effects. Have follow-up on Wed. but am very concerned regarding this condition. Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Mihir Shah (8 hours later)

Dear,

Thanks for the query.

Minor changes in visual perception with regards to brightness, magnification and colour saturation are common after cataract surgery. This is due to the intraocular lens which is placed inside your eye. Also it will take about a week for your vision to stabilize. As of now you should follow strictly the instructions given by your doctor. By the next followup visit all your concerns will be cleared by your doctor.
I will be available to answer any further queries, if you have any.

Best regards,
Dr.Mihir Shah

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Mihir Shah (30 hours later)

5 days post-op and no change. could lens be too powerful , and if so what are the options? follow-up with opthamologist tomorrow,what should I ask? thank you

Answered by Dr. Mihir Shah (14 minutes later)

Dear,

Thanks for replying back. I think you should give it some time. Ask the doctor about the magnifying effect. There is no need to do anything drastic.

Regards,
Dr.Mihir Shah

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar