Blurry vision after a blepharoplasty

William A. Portuese, MD answers: What causes blurry vision after blepharoplasty?

No complications occured during the procedure and I could see clearly for a week after the surgery. Now, three weeks after, my vision is extremely blurred. According to two physicians who examined me, there was no damage or infection present, only that my eyes are dry. I have been using the eyedrops and eyegel prescribed by the doctor, but my vision is still blurry. What could be causing it?


William Portuese, MD
10 months ago
By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Blurry vision after a blepharoplasty is usually related to swelling of the sclera (whites of the eyes) and eyeball, which distorts the cornea. It is important to make sure that there is no corneal abrasion or infection present. In effort to prevent infection, antibiotic eye drops are prescribed for the postoperative phase, and Lacri-Lube ophthalmic ointment is prescribed for nighttime use.

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