Pain in eye after cataract surgery: When does it get better?

@gocy it doesn’t sound like anyone really wants to help you and that’s not so good. Maybe its time to think about another ophthalmologist because your eyes shouldn’t be hurting! I have cataract surgery coming up and this is one more question i need to ask! Can you let me know what you find out?

Hello @gocy. I'd also like to send you a warm welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry you are experiencing difficulty post-surgery. I am hopeful you will be able to connect with members like @sunny1971 whose husband experienced pain post-surgery as well and may have some additional information she can share as a follow up since her last post in April.

I also see members like @becsbuddy, @jakedduck1, and @pacer3702 have all joined as well so I will let you all continue to connect.

Thank you very much

Cataract surgery is often categorized as routine. My experience and that of other patients reflect cataract surgery as having many potential adverse results. Are patients apprised of these risks prep operation so more informed patient decision can be made?

@gocy that’s what i hear all the time—how routine the surgery is, but… I made a 2nd appointment with my doctor to ask about side effects and problems. He, too, said problems are very rare.. you said you’ve seen an ophthalmologist at U. Of Iowa. Was he able to give you any information or at least, start to set your mind at ease?

The surgery was done in Ames, Iowa, not at the Un.of Iowa. Post surgery I have made three trips to the Un.of Iowa because of ongoing pain and other issues. The issues started after the cataract surgery. So far no help.

I have burning and watering eyes when watching TV for an hour or more. Had cataract surgery two years ago and this problem began following the surgery. I have tried many over the counter eye drops but they just make things worse. Anyone have any suggestions?

@gocy So you’ve made 3 trips to U of Iowa. Did you see an ophthalmologist on any of those trips? Have you been to see the doctor who did the surgery originally? What did either of these doctors say?

No answers from the ophthalmologists at U of I. They just say the cataracts were perfectly removed and replaced. They gave no referrals or direction. I have seen the surgeon who did the work a number of times. Her response was to see one her partners. I am so unhappy with the situation.

Have you tried Refresh Optive? I had similar symptoms for years, but no longer since using this product recommended by my eye specialist. I then dab the edges of my eyelids with a tissue to remove any makeup, etc. that may be blocking the lubricating ducts along the edges of my eyelids. Washing my face is not enough to really clean those ducts.