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Pregnancy Triggers Multiple Eye Changes, New Review Finds

"New glasses or refractive surgeries should be avoided until after the end of pregnancy, once visual function has stabilized or returned to the prepregnancy state," researchers recommended.

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  1. Pregnancy induces dynamic hormonal changes that affect ocular tissues.
  2. Pregnancy-related physiological changes include corneal thickness, tear film quality, and reduced intraocular pressure.
  3. Pathological conditions such as corneal thinning/ectasia and exacerbation of pre-existing conditions like diabetic retinopathy can occur during pregnancy.
  4. Clinical recommendations advise avoiding new glasses or refractive surgeries until after the end of pregnancy.
  5. Research gaps exist in understanding ocular changes associated with pregnancy loss.

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