Eye Surgery

[CurlyQ21]

I recently (1 week) had cataract surgery on right eye.  I cannot explain the total depression I felt
I did not ask enough questions, did not do sufficient research.  I may be losing my job and medical benefits and, therefore, I felt pressure to do the surgery before I lost my benefits.  It was only through prayer and strong determination to move forward that I have overcome my depression. Returned to doctor four days later.  He said everything is fine, continue with drops and return in 3 weeks.  Expressed my concerns and worries and was told I have to give it time. I was very nearsighted.  I did in fact have a cataracts in both eyes but my biggest problem was not being able to drive at night.  I could barely read the letters on the chart with my right eye.  Better with left.  Yet, I was able to drive during the day with no problem except if it was raining heavy then I would have to stop and wait. I could not see clearly in front of me. I knew that eventually the surgery would be necessary.  I find that I am still very sensitive to light, the eye tearing a bit (not torn - wet), little scratchy sensation.  Can read computer very well w/o glasses.  Have not driven at night.  Can you tell me if these symptoms will go away.  Will I be able to go swimming and wear a little makeup again.  He prescribed prednisolone but I don't want to take all these medications.  I will be so grateful for any advice.  I hate this feeling of being afraid and not knowing what to expect.  Thank you.

[Michael J Kutryb, MD]

You have to follow your post-operative instructions and it will take some time to see your best and you will need new glasses. Modern cataract surgery has an extremely high success rate but remember it is still surgery - not just a magic wand phenomenon.  There is some inflammation and some healing involved.  At this stage I want to stress that you need to follow your instructions and keep the lines of communication open with your surgeon.  Don't be afraid to ask questions and be persisitant until you get an answer.  You should be able to resume most all of your usual activities at a certain point in time but I will leave that up to your surgeon.  I also wonder if you may need the other eye operated on in the future in order for you to achieve a better balance.  It is not unusual for very nearsighted or farsighted people to have a hard time between the first and second eye surgery due to imbalance issues with the prescription.

Michael Kutryb, MD

[georgsmith]

Before we undergo go an Eye Surgery we should know the procedure, aftercare and risks of that surgery and should be well prepared for that....this will help you

http://eyecare.ygoy.com/under-eye-surgery-%E2%80%93-procedure-aftercare-and-risks/