Nausea or disorientation
Feeling this way after surgery is generally an after-effect of IV anesthesia used for sedation. Postoperatively, it’s not uncommon to have this cataract surgery risk for a couple of days. Rehydrating with lots of fluids and eating after you get home can be a big help.
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Special gels used during surgery might also temporarily raise the pressure in the eye. And so can individuals with glaucoma. Either way, your ophthalmologist should check your ocular pressure the day after you have your surgery and offer treatment if needed.
