When to Have Cataract Surgery?

Question: How does one know it is "time" to have Cataract Surgery? I have heard it is better to wait until it is driving you crazy!!!


Answer: The decision on when to have Cataract Surgery is somewhat a personal one based on your vision and the hassle and inconvenience of not seeing clearly and functioning comfortably and safely. Depending on what you need or what you would like to do-drive, drive at night, see faces clearly, read signs in sunlight, see the clergyman’s facial expressions, etc.-you can decide to have a Cataract removed when it is annoying to you. Years ago patients had to wait for Cataracts to get “ripe” before they could be removed. Today, top Cataract Surgeons using modern Cataract Surgery techniques can remove a Cataract and insert a Lens Implant to correct your vision when it prevents you from doing things in your everyday life comfortably, conveniently and safely. You certainly do not have to wait, nor would it be particularly wise to let the Cataract progress to where it “drives you crazy.” Your lifestyle, daily routine and safety come first.

Important Note: The information presented on the About Cataract Surgery Blog or provided in response to a request for information in the Ask Cataract Surgeons section on www.aboutcataractsurgery.com is not intended to diagnose or treat eye problems, eye conditions or eye diseases including appropriateness of treatment, risks, complications or side effects as related to Cataracts, Cataract Surgery of Lens Implants. In particular a response to an inquiry made on the Ask Cataract Surgeons section of www.aboutcataractsurgery.com is not meant to take the place of the professional medical care provided by your eye doctor, ophthalmologist and Cataract Surgeon. Contacting us via e-mail or any other means is not a substitute for medical care.