Two weeks ago I had laser surgery for lattice degeneration and a small retina tear. I accidentally rubbed the right eye when sleeping today. Will this damage the retina?
Rubbing your eye will have no damaging effect on the benefits of the laser treatment for your small retinal tear.
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