When Should Cataracts be Removed?
Cataracts can be performed at any stage of cataract development. There is no need to wait until your cataract is “ripe” before removing it. Most people choose to have their cataracts removed when the change in their vision starts to cause them difficulties in everyday life.
To reduce the start of cataracts:
- have regular eye examinations.
- wear sunglasses when out in the sun.
- Stop smoking.
- manage other eye diseases, such as diabetes.
Can cataracts be prevented?
There is no proven method of preventing cataracts. It is especially important to have regular eye examinations as eye diseases become increasingly common with age.
Risk factors for cataracts:
- aging
- diabetes
- previous eye surgery or eye injuries
- smoking
- excessive sunlight exposure
Leading Ophthalmologist, Neil B. Griffin, M.D., has been serving the Carolina’s for over 20 years and specializes in LASIK, cataract, and cornea surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and fellowship trained. Dr. Neil Griffin is committed to providing world class surgical technologies and the most advanced vision diagnostics to the North and South Carolina area. Griffin Eye Center offers the latest in advanced cataract surgery, with more options for Intra-Ocular Lenses (IOL) and the first in the area to offer the Light Adjustable Lens which is the only lens treated after cataract surgery.
To learn more visit https://griffineyecenter.com/advanced-cataract-surgery/ or call (843) 449-6414.