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Is it normal to feel a “spot” in eye after laser surgery?
I had laser surgery on my right eye to correct a retinal tear and lattice degeneration three days ago. Swelling is gone as are the floaters I was experiencing before. However, whenever I look to a certain direction, I feel as if I have a spot or something in the bottom of my eye. Is this a part of the healing process? I’m afraid to go back and be told there’s another tear. Thanks in advance.
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Yes many people have posted here a similar experience and I have observed the same in my practice. Usually the spot which can be light or dark is projected 180 degrees away from the laser/freezing treatment. It tends to fade over time but in some people lasts many months.
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Thank you very much for your reply, Dr.Hagan. Your answer is very reassuring!
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