Question 1

I'm highly myopic and considering strabismus surgery but worried about pain and double vision afterward does the procedure hurt and how common are these risks for someone with severe nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

Strabismus surgery generally involves minimal pain, with most patients experiencing mild discomfort that can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Double vision (diplopia) is a more common concern, but it's often temporary, with many experiencing a significant improvement within the first few weeks. While severe nearsightedness (high myopia) doesn't necessarily increase the risk of pain or double vision, it can be a factor in the success of the surgery and the need for post-operative adjustments, so it's important to discuss this with your surgeon

Question 2

My 2 year 8 month old has blocked tear ducts and the doctor is recommending surgery. Is surgery really necessary or are there other treatment options we can try first? I'm worried about putting my child through an operation at this age. What are the risks if we delay or avoid surgery?

Accepted Answer

ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

Question 3

My right eye has always looked smaller than my left since I was a kid, and it makes that side seem a bit droopy. I've attached a photo is there any kind of surgery that could help the right eyelid open more to match the left one?

Accepted Answer

It is called ptosis. It can be improved by doing ptosis surgery.get complete eye check up by eye surgeon, if possible with oculoplasty surgeon.discuss with him/her pros and cons of surgery and your expectations from surgery

Can you tell me if you perform macular hole surgery and how I can reach you for more details

ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

More Ophthalmology Health Queries

I'm highly myopic and considering strabismus surgery but worried about pain and double vision afterward does the procedure hurt and how common are these risks for someone with severe nearsightedness?

My 2 year 8 month old has blocked tear ducts and the doctor is recommending surgery. Is surgery really necessary or are there other treatment options we can try first? I'm worried about putting my child through an operation at this age. What are the risks if we delay or avoid surgery?

My right eye has always looked smaller than my left since I was a kid, and it makes that side seem a bit droopy. I've attached a photo is there any kind of surgery that could help the right eyelid open more to match the left one?

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