Are Steroid Shots Safe To Take Prior To A Cataract Surgery?

Posted on Tue, 7 Nov 2017

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Tue, 7 Nov 2017 Answered on

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Question : Is it ok to get my steroid injection for my back today and still have my scheduled cataract surgery in seven days? I am 62 and in good health and not diabetic. I just had a physical one week ago and all is good.

Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not recommended

Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns,

But I would not recommend taking the steroid shot before a cataract surgery as it might cause an elevation of your eye pressure . Unless approved by your surgeon it might lead to postponing your cataract surgery...

I hope I answered your question, feel free to ask further.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee