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How long should I wait before driving after my cataract surgery?
I need to get cataract surgery soon, but I also need to drive to work. How long should I wait before I can start driving again?
Tiffany Leung · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Hope your surgery goes well! You should wait at least 24 hours before driving after cataract surgery. However, this will depend on your healing progress and your doctor’s advice. You will need to go back to the surgeon’s office the next day to assess if it is safe for you to resume driving.
You cannot drive right after the surgery since you need to be anesthetized, so make sure to arrange for a ride to and from the clinic!
It can take a week or so for your vision to stabilize, so you may have to take time off work. You can take this opportunity to look into your
car insurance
policy—chances are you will find a better rate. While it may seem like a lot of work, you can use the licensed insurance broker app,
Jerry
, to help you. Jerry will give you access to competitive quotes from over 50 top insurers, handle all the paperwork, and even help cancel your old policy.Please be advised that this column is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute official medical advice. Talk to your doctor about your specific situation.
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