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Can you suggest any alternative to cataract surgery?
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No: A mature cataract has only one cure, which is surgery. Occasionally you will see homeopathic remedies for cataract in the form of drops, these are unproven and in the opinion of the vast majority of eye surgeons do nothing. Immature cataracts can often be managed by optimizing your glasses prescription.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Other options: Depending on cataract density & patient's vision (how much is cataract affecting vision/glare), most eyeMD's will try to give the best glasses rx possible & make sure the tear film is working its best: tear film is like a pair of glasses: if unstable it decreases vision quality. If a dense cataract is present, surgery is best option. NAC drops (see eyedoc2020.blogspot.com) not proven effective.
Answered 6/11/2018
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