6 things to note when taking silicone oil from eyes

Generally, if there are no complications from silicone oil in the eyes and the vision is poor before the operation, it is recommended not to remove the silicone oil to avoid atrophy of the eyeball and affect the normal recovery of vision. Generally, the retina is repositioned well and the silicone oil can be removed. After the silicone oil is removed, you should lie flat as much as possible, do not do any radical or strenuous exercise, pay more attention and be careful. It will be stable in about one to two years, but you still need to go to the hospital regularly for check-ups to ensure that there is nothing serious.

1. If the retina is well reattached after silicone oil filling, it is recommended to remove the silicone oil. However, if the retina is not well reattached, retinal detachment may occur after the operation.

2. If the patient has low vision before the operation, silicone oil removal is not necessary, because after silicone oil removal, the operated eye will have no vision or low intraocular pressure, and the eyeball will atrophy. As long as silicone oil does not cause complications, you can consider keeping it in your eyes for a long time.

3. Generally, one week is enough for the retinal silicone oil removal surgery. Attention should be paid to the care during and after the surgery.

4. Most of the silicone oil is taken out, and it will emulsify over a long period of time, and it will make the lens cloudy (that is, complicated cataracts), and it may also cause secondary glaucoma and a series of other problems.

5. It is recommended that you go to the hospital where you are receiving treatment for a detailed examination to determine the location and cause of bleeding and to treat the symptoms accordingly. It is recommended to take a rest and avoid strenuous activities.

6. You can use normal saline to clean the eyes, and try to apply anti-inflammatory eye drops and eye ointments. Be sure to take the medicine on time, drink plenty of water, avoid spicy and irritating foods, pay attention to eye hygiene and recheck. I wish you good health.