Cataract Surgery effects / complications - short / long term

[sri009]

Hi All,
I had my steroid induced PSC cataract surgery done in both my eyes. I have acrysof monofocals with UV and blue light filters implated in both my eyes. I am 32 years old *diabetic* male. I am diabetic for the past 2 years.
Can someone please tell me what to watch out for and what to expect as a side effect or complication from the surgery both in short term and long term. Considering my age I am hoping to live for another 30 or 40 years. What precautions should I take? What symptoms should alert me to go see a Dr. immediately?

Thanks in Advance,
Sri

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS]

If you surgery was done more than 6 weeks ago and you didn't have problems you can cross off "short term complication".  

Long term cataract complications are relatively rare. Partial list IOL dislocation, corneal decompensation, retinal detachment.  Clouding of the posterior capsule is not a complication and is almost 100% at your age. It is corrected by a quick easy painless yag laser treatment.

See an ophthalmologist yearly. Take good care of your diabetes. Keep your A1c below 6 if possible. DON"T SMOKE or GET FAT.

JCH MD

[JodieJ]

I've had AcrySof IOLs for over 3 years, and I've never had a problem with them.  I did need a Yag for both eyes--but as Dr. Hagan stated, it is a quick and painless procedure.  Congratulations on having this behind you.  I hope that you are satisfied with your vision.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS]

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