Blurred Vision After Tummy Tuck

asked 1 year ago by Trabuco Canyon in Trabuco Canyon, CA
Latest answer by Steven Turkeltaub, MD
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Tags: female, blurry vision, lift, medication, worried

just had a tummy tuck and breast lift/implant. Started noticing blurred vision when reading close up. i had perfect vision prior to surgery and even the day of the surgery. should i be concerned? is it caused by meds? thank you

3 answers to Blurred Vision After Tummy Tuck

Blurred Vision after Tummy Tuck

Opthalmic neuritis can occur after liposuction and other procedures. There are reports of this in the literature. You need to see an opthalmologist for evaluation. This is a problem that would need treatment. See you eye doctor and notify your surgeon. My Best. Dr Commons

George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

www.pacfps.com

Blurred vision on close-up following a tummy tuck

A change of vision can represent a significant issue or a very minor one. You did not mention if there were any changes for distance, blurriness, spots, etc. Was your eyesight OK the night following your surgery? The minor issues can represent the consequences of the methods to protect your eyes during surgery. These can have a temporary effect on vision by affecting the tear film. Without knowing for sure, I would contact your plastic surgeon immediately and discuss your visual issues.... more

Steven Turkeltaub, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com