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dilation after vitrectomy

My eye is still dilated almost three weeks post-vitrectomy.  For the first two weeks I was instructed to use Isopto Hyoscine 0.25% drops, which I believe held the eye in this position.  But I haven't used that for four days now and the iris still hasn't resumed function.  I'm wearing a brimmed hat even inside and it's really bright outdoors.  Won't see my retinologist for another 10 days.  I'd appreciate any information or help you can offer.
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Often strong drops are used to dilate the pupil and these can take 2-3 weeks to wear off. On the other hand after vitrectomy some people have a permament dilated pupil. Only time till tell. Best of lcuk.
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I had a detached retina and had a vitrectomy, scleral buckle and silicone oil.  My pupil stayed very dialated for months.  It has been almost 6 months and I had another vitrectomy 6 weeks ago to take out the oil.  My pupil has not completely returned to normal but is slowly getting there.  Don't give up hope.  I know it is hard to not worry about it.  My doctor said sometimes they never return to normal but they can still get better much later.  
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Thank you both for the encouragement.  I'll try to be patient.  :-]
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