NSAID eyedrops are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications in the form of eye drops. These drops help reduce inflammation and pain in the eye after surgery. They work by blocking certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, without the side effects commonly associated with steroids.

Steroid eyedrops contain corticosteroids that are used to treat inflammation in the eye after surgery. These drops are powerful anti-inflammatory medications that work by suppressing the immune system response. While effective at reducing inflammation, they may cause increased pressure inside the eye in some patients.

Macular hole – A condition where a small break develops in the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for detailed vision. The hole typically begins gradually as the vitreous gel inside the eye pulls on the macula, creating a small defect that can enlarge over time. This condition affects central vision, making it difficult to see fine details, read, or recognize faces.

Vitreomacular traction syndrome – A disorder where the vitreous gel in the eye adheres abnormally to the surface of the macula while pulling away from it. The pulling force creates distortion of the macula’s normal anatomy. This condition can cause visual disturbances, including blurred and distorted central vision.

Macular pucker – A condition where a thin layer of scar tissue forms on the surface of the macula, causing it to wrinkle or pucker. This occurs when cells grow and contract on the surface of the retina, leading to distorted central vision. The scar tissue pulls on the macula, resulting in wavy or blurry central vision.