“How many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?”

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“How many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?”

I am a 28 year old male. I want to know how many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?

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**Dr. Richard E. Bensinger** Ophthalmologist Seattle, WA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Richard E. Bensinger Ophthalmologist Seattle, WA

Generally, you are fully functional by the next day.

**Dr. Nancy Ann Tanchel** Ophthalmologist Vienna, VA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Nancy Ann Tanchel Ophthalmologist Vienna, VA

After LASIK, you can usually watch TV within 2-4 hours and should be able to get back to most activities by the next day.

Nancy A. Tanchel, M.D.

**Dr. Marshall N. Cyrlin** Ophthalmologist Southfield, MI · Accepted Answer

Dr. Marshall N. Cyrlin Ophthalmologist Southfield, MI

Your surgeon should give you this information based on your treatment.

**Dr. Victor Villegas** Ophthalmologist San Juan, PR · Accepted Answer

Dr. Victor Villegas Ophthalmologist San Juan, PR

Your surgeon will give you specific post-operative instructions to follow after LASIK.

**Cze H. Low** Ophthalmologist Singapore, · Accepted Answer

Cze H. Low Ophthalmologist Singapore,

Usually a week is adequate