After dilating the pupils, patients may experience discomfort such as photophobia and blurred near vision, so it is not recommended to look at the cell phone for a short period of time after the pupils are restored.
Clinically, the main use of atropine and other pupil-dilating agents to dilate the pupil, used to check the lens, optometry and fundus examination. After pupil dilation, due to pupil dilation, the patient may have blurred vision, especially blurred vision at near places, and may also have photophobia. Therefore, after pupil dilation, it is not recommended that patients use their eyes at close range, such as reading books, watching TV or using electronic products such as cell phones and computers.
Patients should avoid bright light stimulation, and should wear sun hats or sunglasses outdoors to avoid light. After dilating the pupils, patients may also experience other symptoms of ocular discomfort, such as conjunctival congestion, eyelid redness and swelling, and accelerated respiration and heart rate.
It is recommended that patients follow the doctor’s instructions for care after dilation, regular review, and timely consultation after discomfort occurs.