Question 1

my mom had a cataract surgery a year ago, but her eyes are still watery. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Her eyes may be dry: A year after surgery it is possible that her eyes are dry and she is  over producing tears to compensate for the dryness. Try using artificial tears to see if this helps.

Question 2

could cataract surgery fix nearsighted eyes ?

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Yes: With cataract surgery, your eyes are measured and a lens implant can be placed that leaves you near sighted, or far sighted.  Today's premium lens implants can do both.

Question 3

how soon can i fly after cataract surgery in both eyes?

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Discuss: Discuss with your ophthalmologist , but restrictions are minimal, within a few days.

Question 4

i have cataracts, corneal issues, severe dry eyes, is cataract surgery safe for me?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes: Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most successful surgeries you can have. However, it can lead to further dryness in your eyes. Your eye condition and your young age suggest you may other issues to contend with. You need to address your concerns directly to your cataract surgeon.

Question 5

post cataract surgery developed floaters.  eyes check good no issues. one floater is very annoying in vision line.  do floaters go away in time?

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Floaters dimish: with time but they may not completely go away. With better vision after cataract surgery you might have noticed the floater thats always been there. Your brain will try to adjust. Be well.

Question 6

a cataract surgery was performed in aug/sept 2011. my eyes are always tired and i look tired too. yes, i use drops for dryness. i am frustrated. help!?

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Other problems: You can have other medical problems, which could contribute to your tiredness. See you primary care physician for full examination.

Question 7

hidoctors. my sixty year-old friend had cataract surgery on both eyes. he has ebmd. two weeks after the first cataract surgery his vision in the first eye is still blurry. is this normal? he also experienced pain during the second surgery yesterday?

Accepted Answer

: Ebmd ( macular deg?) can affect vision. Pl have the friend ask the opth who operated to explain. Hope the friend does well

Question 8

am i a good candidate for cataract surgery at my age? i have been diagnosed with cataracts in both eyes. i recently turned 80 and am concerned about my prospects as a cataract surgery patient. i don't want any set-backs. what makes a good candidate?

Accepted Answer

I : I am a doctor 67 years old & have a cataract in 1 eye; so I am answering this question with
more than a second opinion. My eye doctor explained to me, that if i can do my work & my 
activities of daily living with my prescription eye glasses, then i don't need the surgery.My left eye, that has a cataract, has blurred vision if i close my good eye & this is only  when i read.
   So my answer, to simplify is, if there is interference with your activities of daily living then consult your eye doctror & if her recommends it, then get it done. See your eye doctor periodically if you are having any trouble with your eyes as there may be other problems at
your age like macular degeneration. If your eyye doctor suggests it & you have difficulty with
actitivities of daily living, then definitly yes; otherwise there is time to wait & watch.

Question 9

is there cataract surgery available for my eyes in south or southeast asia?

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Yes: Yes.  You may have to go to a city to get it taken care of since there are limited providers in rural regions.

Question 10

is it normal after cataract surgery for my eyes to be tired?

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Yes: Patients commonly describe their eyes as feeling tired for the first few weeks after cataract surgery.  This can be due to increased dryness in the postoperative period, a normal amount of postoperative inflammation, and mild external irritation from the eyedrops used after surgery.  This symptom usually improves over the weeks following surgery.

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My mom had a cataract surgery a year ago, but her eyes are still watery. is this normal?

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Could cataract surgery fix nearsighted eyes ?

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How soon can i fly after cataract surgery in both eyes?

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I have cataracts, corneal issues, severe dry eyes, is cataract surgery safe for me?

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Post cataract surgery developed floaters. eyes check good no issues. one floater is very annoying in vision line. do floaters go away in time?

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A cataract surgery was performed in aug/sept 2011. my eyes are always tired and i look tired too. yes, i use drops for dryness. i am frustrated. help!?

A member asked:

Hidoctors. my sixty year-old friend had cataract surgery on both eyes. he has ebmd. two weeks after the first cataract surgery his vision in the first eye is still blurry. is this normal? he also experienced pain during the second surgery yesterday?

A member asked:

Am i a good candidate for cataract surgery at my age? i have been diagnosed with cataracts in both eyes. i recently turned 80 and am concerned about my prospects as a cataract surgery patient. i don't want any set-backs. what makes a good candidate?

A member asked:

Is there cataract surgery available for my eyes in south or southeast asia?

A member asked:

Is it normal after cataract surgery for my eyes to be tired?

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