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can fluid resorb after scleral buckle
I had scleral buckle placed in left eye three days ago. At follow-up the next day, the doctor said there was some fluid remaining. He also said if that fluid did not resorb within a week I would need to go back for the gas bubble. Is it possible for that fluid to resorb or am I looking at another eye surgery? Thanks for reading.
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The fluid can absorb but if it doesn't happen soon, the retina may not attach to the buckle allowing a re-detachment. Follow your doctor's advice as far as activity and positioning of your head while you are recovering.
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