{"id":7653,"date":"2026-01-02T16:17:55","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T10:47:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/?p=7653"},"modified":"2026-01-02T16:18:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T10:48:16","slug":"headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Headaches After Laser Eye Surgery: Causes, Relief, and Recovery Tips","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"643\">If you recently had laser eye surgery, like LASIK or PRK, you\u2019re probably excited about your new vision. But some people notice headaches afterward. Don\u2019t worry\u2014you\u2019re not alone. Headaches after laser eye surgery are common, especially in the first few days. Understanding why they happen and what you can do can make your recovery easier.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #2878bf;color:#2878bf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #2878bf;color:#2878bf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#why_headaches_happen\" >Why Headaches Happen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#how_long_headaches_last\" >How Long Headaches Last<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#other_symptoms_you_might_notice\" >Other Symptoms You Might Notice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#how_to_make_headaches_better\" >How to Make Headaches Better<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#when_to_call_your_doctor\" >When to Call Your Doctor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#tips_for_easier_recovery\" >Tips for Easier Recovery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#final_thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/blogs\/headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery\/#frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"675\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why_headaches_happen\"><\/span>Why Headaches Happen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"776\">Feeling a headache after laser eye surgery can be worrying, but usually, it\u2019s normal. Some reasons include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1289\">\n<li data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"925\">\n<p data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"925\"><strong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"813\">Your eyes are working harder.<\/strong> After surgery, your eyes need to adjust to seeing clearly, which can make them tired and give you a headache.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1031\">\n<p data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1031\"><strong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"941\">Dry eyes.<\/strong> Your eyes may not make enough tears at first, which can cause discomfort and headaches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1163\">\n<p data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1163\"><strong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1057\">Sensitive to light.<\/strong> Bright sunlight or indoor lights can hurt your eyes. Squinting to protect them can give you a headache.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1289\">\n<p data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1289\"><strong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1185\">Vision changes.<\/strong> Your eyesight may be blurry or shaky for a short time, making your eyes work harder and causing pain.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1366\">Most of the time, these headaches are mild and go away as your eyes heal.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1401\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_long_headaches_last\"><\/span>How Long Headaches Last<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1468\">The time headaches last can be different for everyone. Usually:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1656\">\n<li data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1520\">\n<p data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1520\"><strong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1491\">First 1\u20132 days:<\/strong> Mild headaches are common.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1580\">\n<p data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1580\"><strong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1540\">Up to a week:<\/strong> Some people get headaches on and off.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1656\">\n<p data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1656\"><strong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1607\">More than two weeks:<\/strong> If headaches continue, check with your doctor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1725\">Your eyes need time to heal, so be patient and take care of them.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1768\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"other_symptoms_you_might_notice\"><\/span>Other Symptoms You Might Notice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1807\">Along with headaches, you may feel:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1947\">\n<li data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1835\">\n<p data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1835\">Blurry or shaky vision<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1850\">\n<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1850\">Tired eyes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1891\">\n<p data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1891\">Pressure behind the eyes or forehead<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1910\">\n<p data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1910\">Sensitive eyes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1947\">\n<p data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1947\">Nausea if the headache is strong<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2008\">These are usually normal, but watch for anything unusual.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2048\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_make_headaches_better\"><\/span>How to Make Headaches Better<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2119\">Here are simple ways to ease headaches after laser eye surgery:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2568\">\n<li data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2204\">\n<p data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2204\"><strong data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2143\">Rest your eyes.<\/strong> Take breaks from screens and close your eyes when you can.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2290\">\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2290\"><strong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2226\">Use eye drops.<\/strong> They help if your eyes are dry, which often causes headaches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2388\">\n<p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2388\"><strong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2322\">Take mild pain medicine.<\/strong> Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help, but ask your doctor first.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2466\">\n<p data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2466\"><strong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2413\">Use a cold cloth.<\/strong> Place it on your eyes or forehead to ease tension.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2568\">\n<p data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2568\"><strong data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2510\">Protect your eyes from bright light.<\/strong> Wear sunglasses outside and avoid strong indoor lights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2604\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"when_to_call_your_doctor\"><\/span>When to Call Your Doctor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2671\">Most headaches are mild, but contact your doctor if you notice:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2805\">\n<li data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2710\">\n<p data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2710\">Severe or getting worse headaches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2771\">\n<p data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2771\">Sudden vision changes (flashes, double vision, or halos)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2805\">\n<p data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2805\">Red, swollen, or painful eyes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2863\">It\u2019s better to be safe, especially soon after surgery.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2899\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips_for_easier_recovery\"><\/span>Tips for Easier Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"3079\">\n<li data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2949\">\n<p data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2949\">Follow your doctor\u2019s instructions carefully.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"2991\">\n<p data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2991\">Sleep well and drink plenty of water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3039\">\n<p data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3039\">Take breaks from screens in the first week.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3079\">\n<p data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3079\">Wear sunglasses in bright sunlight.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3154\">These simple steps can help your eyes heal faster and reduce headaches.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3180\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3494\">Headaches after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edhacare.com\/treatments\/ophthalmology\/laser-surgery\"><strong>laser eye surgery<\/strong><\/a> are common and usually go away as your eyes heal. Rest, eye drops, and protecting your eyes from light often help a lot. If your headaches are strong or unusual, call your doctor. Taking care of yourself will make your recovery smoother and help you enjoy your new vision.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3515\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3629\"><strong data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3557\">Q: Are headaches normal after LASIK?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3560\" \/>Yes. Mild headaches are common in the first few days after surgery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3778\"><strong data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3683\">Q: What helps headaches after laser eye surgery?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3686\" \/>Resting your eyes, using eye drops, cold cloths, and avoiding bright lights usually helps.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3924\"><strong data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3823\">Q: When should I worry about headaches?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3823\" data-end=\"3826\" \/>Call your doctor if headaches are strong, last more than two weeks, or come with vision changes.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you recently had laser eye surgery, like LASIK or PRK, you\u2019re probably excited about [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"author":8,"featured_media":7655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[1581,522],"class_list":["post-7653","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ent","tag-headaches-after-laser-eye-surgery","tag-laser-eye-surgery"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Headaches After Laser Eye Surgery: Causes, Relief, and Recovery<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Experiencing headaches after laser eye surgery? 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