TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO SURGERY

• Stop Non-Tylenol Painkillers: Cease all anti-inflammatory medications. Only Tylenol is permitted.
• Stop Supplements & Vitamins: Cease all herbal supplements. They can thin blood and cause excessive bleeding/bruising.
• Prescription Blood Thinners: If you take Aspirin, Plavix, or Coumadin, ONLY stop with permission from your cardiologist or primary doctor. Discuss this with them at least 2 weeks prior to surgery.
• Stop Smoking: Nicotine impairs and delays the healing process. Stop smoking entirely.
• Arrange Care: Secure help for chores and childcare. You must rest completely during early recovery.

ITEMS TO PREPARE AT HOME

Please purchase these essential recovery items before your surgery date:

• Snack-size Ziploc bags (to fill with frozen peas)
• Ice packs and sterile gauze pads
• Q-tips and Extra Strength Tylenol

Note: Prescriptions will be sent to your pharmacy on surgery day. Please arrange for pickup.

TWO DAYS PRIOR TO SURGERY

• Start Arnica Montana: Take to minimize post-operative bruising.
• Start Bromelain: Take to minimize post-operative swelling.
• Instructions: Follow bottle dosages. Continue for 1–2 weeks post-surgery. (Found at Whole Foods, Amazon or pharmacies).

DAY OF SURGERY

• Clothing & Makeup: Wear comfortable clothing. Arrive with a clean face and no makeup.
• Fasting Guidelines:
  • In-Office (Local Anesthesia): No fasting required. You may eat normally.
  • OR/ Anesthesia: MANDATORY FAST. Do not eat or drink anything for 8 hours prior to surgery.
• Mandatory Transportation: You must arrange transportation home. Because surgery involves your eyes, you are legally and medically prohibited from driving yourself unless explicitly cleared by Dr. Sohrab.

PATIENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT

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