Eye Muscle Surgery

Do not rub the affected eye or let water enter it for at least seven days. Avoid swimming for at least two weeks. Do not wear make-up for at least one week. Use eyedrops as prescribed by the doctor. Follow instructions closely. You can use your eyes normally. Some redness is normal and the eye will turn yellow and then return to its normal color in time.  You, your child or family member will go directly from the operating room to recovery area, where constant monitoring continues under the observation of anesthesia and nursing staff until patients awake. Parents or family may invited to be present in the recovery room. Breathing tubes are removed either in the operating room or recovery room; either is appropriate and safe. IV’s are generally removed in this area after liquids are being taken by mouth. Clear liquids are offered at this time. Popsicles are a popular option for children. There should be no excessive concern about rubbing the eyes. Doing so will be uncomfortable, and even children will not harm themselves or what was done in the surgery, once they have completely emerged from anesthesia. A cool, moist washcloth over the eyes is generally soothing.