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How much ibuprofen or other pain killer is used before the EVLT procedure?

Typically no pain killers are given before the procedure, although ibuprofen may be taken prior. It is done under a special type of local anesthesia called tumescent, so that the patient can be awake, and does not need any major type of anesthtsic. We do give a small amount of Ativan for some patients who are anxious to make patients more comfortable. After the procedure, generally only anti-inflammatories are needed for the mild tenderness, if any, that most people experience.

- Dr. Wright

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