How do you know when it is time for cataract surgery?
It is time for cataract surgery when your blurred or cloudy vision interferes with your daily life, making activities like reading, driving, and cooking difficult or unsafe. Other signs include difficulty in low light, increased sensitivity to glare, colors appearing faded or yellowish, and needing frequent prescription changes for your glasses. The decision is yours, but a discussion with your eye doctor can help determine if your vision problems are severe enough to warrant surgery.
Signs to watch for:
- Cloudy, blurry, or dim vision: You may feel like you are looking through a foggy window.
- Night vision problems: It becomes hard to see in low light or at night, making driving unsafe.
- Glare and halos: Lights, such as headlights, may appear to have halos, starbursts, or intense glare.
- Difficulty seeing colors: Colors may look dull, faded, or have a yellowish tint.
- Frequent changes in glasses prescription: You might find yourself needing new glasses or contacts more often, but they do not fully correct your vision.
- Difficulty with daily tasks: Reading, sewing, cooking, and seeing the television may become challenging.
- Increased risk of injury: If poor vision causes you to trip, fall, or injure yourself, it is a sign your vision needs correction.
What to do next:
- Consult your eye doctor:
They can examine your eyes to confirm the presence and severity of cataracts.
- Discuss your quality of life:
Talk to your doctor about how your vision impacts your daily activities and safety.
- Consider the timing:
You can have surgery when your vision problems become a significant inconvenience.
Advanced Cataract Surgery requires special expertise from a fellowship trained cataract surgeon. Griffin Eye Center, Ophthalmic Surgeons, Neil B. Griffin, M.D., and Sarah E. Griffin, M.D., specialize in cataract, cornea, and LASIK surgery. Both surgeons are fellowship trained, board certified, and staffed with an experienced, ophthalmic team which offers a consultation to help you decide which lens will fit your unique lifestyle.
If you are looking for a cataract surgeon or want to know your options for cataract surgery visit griffineyecenter.com or schedule an appointment 843-449-6414.