Even with modern technologies and advancements in medicine, there has not been any type of drop that will prevent or reverse the formation of cataract. While a cataract can be helped with the use of prescription eyeglasses, there is not permanent treatment for this eye disease besides the surgical removal of the eye’s natural lens. For this process, you will need the services of a Cataract Surgeon.
When should a Cataract be Removed?
You should not have a cataract removed just because one is present. There are many people who suffer from cataracts and who do not have any type of blurred vision and the issue does not interfere with any activities of daily life. In these cases, these individuals do not have to undergo this surgery to remove the cataracts.
However, if you have blurred vision and it is difficult for you to read signs while you are driving; if it causes a disabling glare when driving at night; of makes it difficult for you to engage in hobbies such as card games or knitting, then you should invest in cataract surgery.
If you suffer from cataracts in both of your eyes that require surgical removal, then the surgeries will typically be performed by a Cataract Surgeon several weeks away from each other. It is not recommended that you undergo cataract surgery on both of your eyes at the same time since there is a possibility that the complications will affect your eyes or cause an infection.
You do not have to wait for a cataract to become ripe prior to being removed. With modern advances, the lens will be able to be removed from your eye during any stage of the actual development. This means that you do not have to wait for the condition to become worse to have it removed.
Acting early in the development of cataracts can be extremely beneficial. It can help to prevent the future development of the condition and help to prevent your vision from becoming worse. For more information regarding cataracts surgery, contact the Family Vision Center where the friendly staff will be happy to answer any questions you have.
