The main reason to avoid milk before cataract surgery is to reduce the likelihood of needing to urinate frequently during or shortly after the procedure.
Here's a breakdown:
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Minimizing Bathroom Breaks: Dairy products, like milk, can sometimes stimulate the urge to urinate. To ensure a more comfortable and uninterrupted surgery and immediate recovery period, it's generally advised to avoid them.
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Light Breakfast Acceptable: While milk is discouraged, you can usually have a light breakfast up to 4 hours before surgery. Just skip the dairy and caffeine.
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Medication Continuation: You should continue taking your regular medications, including blood thinners, unless your doctor explicitly instructs you otherwise.
