Question

What should be taken into consideration before and after strabismus surgery?

Answer

Before and after strabismus surgery, it is important to maintain good eye hygiene, avoid overusing the eyes and rubbing them, and ensure adequate sleep. In terms of diet, pay attention to a balanced intake of nutrients, avoid smoking and spicy foods. For patients with refractive errors, timely corrective lens treatment should be sought after surgery. Additionally, strabismus treatment methods include wearing glasses, eye patching, ocular alignment training, and eye muscle surgery, with mild strabismus being treatable with prism glasses.