You can SCUBA dive after cataract surgery.
People who have undergone cataract surgery can continue to SCUBA dive or try the experience for the first time. A SCUBA diver who has had cataract surgery should be sure to speak to their eye doctor about possible risks and complications. Eye doctors will also be able to advise potential SCUBA divers on the length of time to wait after eye surgery before diving. Cataract surgery will help SCUBA divers see better and have a better diving experience.
Instructions
1. Tell your eye doctor that you plan to SCUBA dive after cataract surgery. When you are discussing the surgery with your eye surgeon, talk about your plans for SCUBA diving and discuss any potential risks or complications that may arise.
2. Wait the required amount of time after the surgery before attempting to SCUBA dive. Most ophthalmologists recommend waiting at least three months after surgery before SCUBA diving, according to Dr. Fred Bove of Scuba Med. Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions carefully to avoid injury.
3. Visit the eye doctor again after waiting the required amount of time to make sure that your eyes have healed from the surgery. This way the doctor can give you the green light for SCUBA diving, and you will not have to worry about injury or potential problems.
4. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any problems with your vision, including eye pain, during or after SCUBA diving. Your doctor will want to check your eyes to be sure that they have healed properly and have not been harmed by the pressure of SCUBA diving.
Tags: SCUBA diving, SCUBA dive, after surgery, after surgery before, surgery before, your doctor
