Mild itching is very common as the eye surface and wounds heal after surgery.
Typical post-surgery itching
As stitches settle and the surface repairs, nerves can send itchy sensations. This often means healing is underway but can be annoying.
- Itching is usually mild and comes in short bursts
- Lubricating drops or ointment often ease the feeling
- Cool compresses may be soothing if permitted by your surgeon
- Itching should gradually lessen over days to weeks
Avoiding harm while itchy
Rubbing or pressing the eye can disrupt healing and increase infection risk. Finding safer ways to cope helps protect your surgical result.
- Gently pat around, not directly on, the closed eye if needed
- Use the provided shield at night to discourage rubbing in sleep
- Contact the clinic if itching is severe, painful, or with swelling
- Ask whether allergy or dry eye might also be contributing
