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title: What to expect after vitrectomy?
description: "After vitrectomy, it is normal to experience blurred vision, redness, and mild discomfort while the eye heals. Recovery speed depends on the underlying condition and whether a gas or oil bubble was used. ## Immediate Post-Operative Period The first days…"
url: "https://bluefinvision.com/knowledge-base/topics/recovery-aftercare/what-to-expect-after-vitrectomy/"
updated: "2025-12-15"
category: "Recovery & Aftercare"
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# What to expect after vitrectomy?

After vitrectomy, it is normal to experience blurred vision, redness, and mild discomfort while the eye heals. Recovery speed depends on the underlying condition and whether a gas or oil bubble was used.

## Immediate Post-Operative Period

The first days focus on comfort and protecting the repair.

- Vision is often very blurred initially, especially if a gas bubble fills the eye.
- Mild pain or ache is common and usually managed with simple pain relief and drops.
- An eye patch or shield may be used, and activity is limited.
- Positioning instructions are sometimes given to keep a gas bubble supporting the retina.

## First Weeks and Months

Visual recovery is gradual.

- As any gas bubble absorbs, a moving line or circle may be seen before it disappears.
- Final vision depends on the original problem and how long the retina or macula were affected.
- Restrictions on flying, altitude, and heavy exertion may apply while gas remains.
- Regular follow‑up checks pressure, lens clarity, and retinal attachment.