Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are conditions in which the lenses of the eyes become clouded, seriously impairing vision. Several causes of cataracts exist, including aging and conditions such as diabetes. If untreated, cataracts can make everyday activities impossible.
Understanding Cataract Surgery
Eye lenses help you see by allowing light to pass through them, thus enabling vision. However, for various reasons, these lenses can become clouded, leading to blurry vision. This happens when the proteins in the lenses clump together to create an opacity that prevents light from moving through the lenses. The clumping of these proteins can be caused by age, diabetes, medications such as steroids, and even traumatic eye injury. Victims of cataracts will notice their vision becoming increasingly blurry as the condition progresses. Many people don’t catch this problem in time because it progresses slowly, and individuals often do not notice the problem until it starts to affect their day-to-day activities.
People with cataracts may notice that they struggle to drive at night and are affected by glare. They may also notice that they struggle to read, watch television, and do most tasks requiring clear vision. People with cataracts will also notice halos around lights and distorted vision. When you seek cataract treatment, your eye specialist has several options, including cataract surgery. This is often the last resort when other interventions, such as corrective glasses and contact lenses, have failed.
When Do You Need Cataract Surgery?
When other interventions have failed, cataract surgery is often used to reverse the effects of cataracts. The surgery involves removing and replacing the affected lens with a clear artificial lens known as the intraocular lens. This lens does the same job as your natural lens. Cataract surgery is very effective and often restores vision to what it was before cataracts set in.
Cataract surgery is a common and safe procedure that does not take long. The procedure will take 15 to 30 minutes, although the healing process may take several weeks. After the surgery, you may experience some discomfort and a gritty sensation in your eyes, but this will resolve itself after some time. Your eye doctor will give you eye drops to reduce the discomfort and prevent inflammation or infection. Over time, after the surgery, you will notice your vision improve, which will continue until your full vision is restored.
Why Choose Columbia Eye Associates, PA?
Columbia Eye Associates offers excellent cataract surgery services, guaranteeing you get the vision you seek. We use the latest equipment and technology to ensure that the surgical procedure is effective. Our team offers personalized eye care to all our patients and works hard to make them comfortable. Our specialists will keep you informed throughout the treatment process so you always have the information you need to make the right decisions regarding your eye health.
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