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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD & NECK SURGERY
POST-OPERATIVE CARE FOLLOWING
BLEPHAROPLASTY
| Call our office promptly if: | ||
| √ | Your temperature is over 100 degrees | |
| √ | There is unusual bleeding or discharger from the incision. | |
| √ | You have any change in vision. | |
| √ | You have increase in pain which is progressive and not easily relieved with medications | |
| If any of the above should occur after regular office hours, the on-call otolaryngologist can be reached via the University’s paging operator at 434-924-0000. | ||
| What Can I Expect? | ||
| √ | Some bruising, swelling, and discomfort will be expected (often worse the second day after surgery). | |
| √ | Tearing and light sensitivity is expected, but only for a short duration | |
| √ | Some oozing of blood from the wound is typical for the first day after surgery. | |
| How Do I Care For Myself After Surgery? | ||
| √ | Usually a non-aspirin, mild pain medication is needed after surgery, since severe discomfort or pain is rare. | |
| √ | Apply cold compresses or ice several times in the first 24 hours to reduce swelling and bruising. | |
| √ | Eye drops or an eye ointment may be prescribed. | |
| √ | Sutures are usually removed within 1 week of surgery. They should be kept clean and dry. | |
| √ | Sunglasses may be worn to reduce light sensitivity. | |
| √ | Apply a warm compress to reduce crusting of eyes, which may appear in the first 2 days after surgery. | |
| DO NOT: | ||
| √ | Wear contact lenses for the first 5 days after surgery | |
| √ | Exercise, lift anything over 15 pounds, or strain during the first 2 weeks after surgery. | |
| √ | Use non-prescription medication for the first 2 weeks – especially medications containing aspirin. | |
| √ | Swim – until approved by your physician. | |
| √ | Remove the dressing. | |
| √ | Scrub, wash, or massage your eyes | |
| √ | Do not wear make-up until approved by your physician. | |
| If you had a chemical peel or laser surgery: | ||
| · Keep the area moist with A&D ointment or Aquaphor at all times during the first 5-7 days after surgery, or until seen at the office. | ||
| · After 24 hours, the area can be cleansed with a full or half-strength hydrogen peroxide. Be sure to reapply the A&D ointment or Aquaphor. Repeat this process 3 times a day. | ||
| · Do not apply cover makeup until approved by your physician. | ||
