Unable to See Clearly with Glasses or Contact Lenses 9 Days After Brow/cheek Lift?

July 6, 2012
Asked By:anniegirl222 in Jersey, AR

It's been 9 days since my endoscopic brow & midface lift.Still in pain and quite swollen,particularly in the cheeks. However, my biggest concern is the change in my vision. During myh 6-hour procedure, my eyes remained open while I was under general anesthesia (rare), but doc says my eyes were kept lubricated throughout. I can see far quite well, but close and midrange vision are extremely blurry, whether I use my glasses or contacts. Can't go back to work w/o vision! Thank you for any advice.

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February 11, 2013

Answer: Distance vision vs near vision

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February 11, 2013

Answer: Distance vision vs near vision

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July 8, 2012

Answer: Blurry vision after browlift and midface lift

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July 8, 2012

Answer: Blurry vision after browlift and midface lift

Ronald Schuster, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 17, 2012

Answer: Post op

December 17, 2012

Answer: Post op

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Answer: Can't See

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