Question 1

will i need to stop taking my prostate medication before surgery for my cataracts? i'll need cataract surgery in the coming year. i take flomax (tamsulosin) for an enlarged prostate. does this or any other drug cause a problem with cataract treatment?

Accepted Answer

I : I agree---going off the medicine does not good.  Just let your doctor know that you are on it and he can take the necessary operative precaustions during the surgery.  Don't let this stop you from having the surgery that will improve your vision.

Question 2

cataract surgery 1wk post-op check up yesterday.  both eyes dilated. 24 hrs later, one eye still somewhat dilated.  normal or problem?

Accepted Answer

Likely just normal: It depends on the drops and number used.  It's possible that you are just a slow metabolizer of the respective medication/drops utilized.  Consider touching base with your opthalmologist just to make sure you have a good plan of action.

Question 3

i am 26 year old.  i undergone steroid induced cataract surgery & uveitis on both eyes but under control.now blurred vision what may be problem now ?

Accepted Answer

Capsular haze?: Your eye(s) may be developing posterior capsular opacification which can result in lessening visual acuity as well as increasing glare symptoms. A straight forward treatment using a laser effectively corrects this problem (yag laser posterior capsulotomy). Now, because of history of uveitis, you should have your eyes evaluated anyway to rule out other causes of blurred vision; eg. Macular edema.

Question 4

i have blurred vision and pain upon movement of the eye    , had cataract surgery in late sept  and been having problems ever since,   i was attacked by my step daughter  ( punched 14 times in the eyes      )  could this be part of the trouble now????????

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Trauma certainly can: If you haven't so far you need to have your eyes examined for evidence that trauma has left you with some significant issues. You may have had some internal bleeding(in the eye), be developing a pressure problem,etc.All this may end up causing permanent visual impairment if not treated.

Question 5

is it normal to have retinal swelling and corneal abrasion after cataract surgery? i'm 54 had lasik in left eye 3/30/05 no problems good results. had cataract surgery on 4/21/11 vision 20/200 swelling retina 350 micron with wrinkles and severe corneal abr

Accepted Answer

The : The cornea should heal completely in several days.  The retinal wrinkles may represent chronic cystoid edema. Possible preretinal membrane.  Often an intraocular injection of steroid is needed.   See a university based retinal specialist.

Question 6

can you have cataract surgery if you take plavix (clopidogrel) or aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In most instances, it is not necessary to stop Aspirin or Plavix (clopidogrel) for routine cataract surgery. Best to consult directly with your surgeon about this.

Question 7

will my vision improve immediately after having cataract surgery? i need cataract surgery, but i'm worried that i won't be able to see after the surgery. i'll need to return to work as soon as possible after the procedure. how long will it take for my vis

Accepted Answer

Visual : Visual recovery is usually rapid after cataract surgery.  My patients are often able to return to work one or two days after their surgery, depending on the occupation.  Normally only one eye is operated on at time, which will leave your vision unchanged in the eye that is not having surgery .  Your eye surgeon will be glad to advise you about returning to work.  The improvement in vision from cataract surgery should make it all seem worthwhile.

Question 8

can you tell me about undergoing cataract surgery in mid 40's?

Accepted Answer

Get second opinion: Cataracts that need surgery is a rare thing in this age range.  I suggest a second opinion if surgery has been recommended.

Question 9

what is cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

PROCEDURE BY WHICH: A small incision is made to remove an opacified, old lens and replace it with a clear new one.

Question 10

should i redo my cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: In most cases cataract surgery is irreversible as the natural lens is removed and an intraocular lens is placed.  If you are having problems after surgery, please see your eye surgeon.  Good luck.

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