- Tell your doctor about any allergies you have (to foods, drugs, environmental elements)
- Tell your doctor if you have any of the following pre-existing conditions:
- thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism
- insufficient tear production or dryness of the eye
- elevated blood pressure or other circulatory disorders
- cardiovascular disease
- diabetes
- ophthalmic problems
- any other serious medical condition(s)
- Tell your doctor about all medications you are taking (both prescription and non-prescription)
- Carefully follow any instructions your surgeon gives you regarding eating and drinking, smoking, and vitamins.
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Avoid aspirin and aspirin-containing medicines for two weeks prior to surgery.
The information on this web site is only intended as an introduction to this procedure and should not be used to determine whether you will have the procedure performed nor as a guarantee of the result. The best method of determining your options is to consult qualified surgeons who are able to answer specific questions related to your situation.
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