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What Does Headache After Cataract Surgery Indicate?

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Posted on Sun, 19 Apr 2015
Question: I have had a headache since I woke up this morning with a throbbing aching pain on the right side of my head. When I turn my head or cough, is when it is most discomforting I had cataract surgery a week ago Thursday; and need to have my right eye fixed. Is this something I should go to the emergency room for tonight?
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Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Should not neglect. Please contact your doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
Since your headache has not responded to paracetamol and you recently had eye surgery, it is better to consult your doctor.
I think you should attend ER if your doctor suggests the same.
You are also more prone for infection since you have diabetes. ( HbA1c above 6.5% is diabetes ).
Take care.
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What Does Headache After Cataract Surgery Indicate?

Brief Answer: Should not neglect. Please contact your doctor Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome and thanks for your query. Since your headache has not responded to paracetamol and you recently had eye surgery, it is better to consult your doctor. I think you should attend ER if your doctor suggests the same. You are also more prone for infection since you have diabetes. ( HbA1c above 6.5% is diabetes ). Take care.