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Cataract surgery - UPDATE #2
Posted on 6/28/24 at 11:09 am
Posted on 6/28/24 at 11:09 am
Had it on my left eye Monday and WOW. HIghly recommend it for all of you old frickers. Got the standard lens. No surgery scheduled for the right eye as of now, using "monovision". Monovision is a bit weird so far and my depth perception is a little off, not terrible. My brain is still adjusting so maybe that will improve. It's possible I may have the other eye done.
UPDATE - I've decided to have the right eye done but will be done with monovision but the monovision won't be as radical as I have 'naturally' right now (I can see close up in my right eye). Right now for things (Iphone example) to be PERFECTLY clear in my right eye I have to hold the Iphone about a foot away; she's putting a lens in that will take that to 'book length' or about 2 feet away plus the cataract will be gone. Also the other "issues" associated with monovision will be softened a bit. It's necessary that I see up close and readers aren't always a good option so monovision gives ME the best of both worlds. While neither world is 100% perfect it's pretty good.
I'll continue to update this after the surgery and as I heal.
OK UPDATE #2 post surgery
I don't have the same immediate issues with this surgery as I did with the first and yes I went with monovision. Very little cloudiness and the blurriness seems to be a fair amount less. Yes I'm only 24 hours post surgery so not scheduling a party just yet. I don't need readers (typing this on my laptop). My up close vision is better and at a further distance; about 2' vs, 1' or less. I still have depth perception issues but it's either the same or less as pre-surgery. I think all monovision folks have some depth perception issues. I went fishing this past Saturday and the depth perception wasn't a major thing; yes I had monovision before and after surgery.
Monovision isn't for everyone but everyone that has cataract surgery has to pick their poison; either have both eyes the same and wear readers or prescription glasses or go with monovision that gives you somewhat the vision you have when you younger but with the depth perception issues. The word "issues" is a bit overblown; right now it's a minor inconvenience that doesn't prevent me from anything, driving, etc.
So all is well and I highly recommend the surgery.
UPDATE - I've decided to have the right eye done but will be done with monovision but the monovision won't be as radical as I have 'naturally' right now (I can see close up in my right eye). Right now for things (Iphone example) to be PERFECTLY clear in my right eye I have to hold the Iphone about a foot away; she's putting a lens in that will take that to 'book length' or about 2 feet away plus the cataract will be gone. Also the other "issues" associated with monovision will be softened a bit. It's necessary that I see up close and readers aren't always a good option so monovision gives ME the best of both worlds. While neither world is 100% perfect it's pretty good.
I'll continue to update this after the surgery and as I heal.
OK UPDATE #2 post surgery
I don't have the same immediate issues with this surgery as I did with the first and yes I went with monovision. Very little cloudiness and the blurriness seems to be a fair amount less. Yes I'm only 24 hours post surgery so not scheduling a party just yet. I don't need readers (typing this on my laptop). My up close vision is better and at a further distance; about 2' vs, 1' or less. I still have depth perception issues but it's either the same or less as pre-surgery. I think all monovision folks have some depth perception issues. I went fishing this past Saturday and the depth perception wasn't a major thing; yes I had monovision before and after surgery.
Monovision isn't for everyone but everyone that has cataract surgery has to pick their poison; either have both eyes the same and wear readers or prescription glasses or go with monovision that gives you somewhat the vision you have when you younger but with the depth perception issues. The word "issues" is a bit overblown; right now it's a minor inconvenience that doesn't prevent me from anything, driving, etc.
So all is well and I highly recommend the surgery.
This post was edited on 7/12/24 at 8:32 am
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Posted on 6/28/24 at 3:30 pm to Wtodd
I had both eyes done several years ago, about six weeks apart. After I was healed, I went to the DMV, took an eye test, and got the glasses restriction removed from my driver's license.
Posted on 6/28/24 at 4:05 pm to Wtodd
I was almost blind in my right eye it was so fuzzy, especially in bright light. Driving was becoming an adventure. I thought I’d never get that eye back.
I got the cataract surgery and it’s restored my vision as good as ever. I fully recommend getting it done, got the other eye done as well.
I still need reading glasses but other vision is fine.
I got the cataract surgery and it’s restored my vision as good as ever. I fully recommend getting it done, got the other eye done as well.
I still need reading glasses but other vision is fine.
This post was edited on 6/28/24 at 4:07 pm
Posted on 6/28/24 at 8:13 pm to Clark14
Glad to hear everyone is happy with the results , I'm 88 and it is in my future.
Posted on 6/29/24 at 4:49 am to blueridgeTiger
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went to the DMV, took an eye test, and got the glasses restriction removed from my driver's license.
This is on my to do list whether I get the other eye done or not. Right now I'm trying to get the correct readers; tried twice and am 0 for 2. Going this AM to exchange what I have.
Posted on 6/29/24 at 8:11 am to Wtodd
Let me ask you guys a question. Medicare advantage programs will pay for the surgery if your sight is 20/40 or worse, what if one eye is 20/40 but the other is better ? Just get the bad eye done for now ?
Posted on 6/29/24 at 10:32 am to Old1937
Had the surgery four years ago. Doctor only did one eye and about weeks later the other. Later in his office he had ne read the small line. Told me I was 20/20. I threw away my glassses.
Posted on 6/29/24 at 4:50 pm to Old1937
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Glad to hear everyone is happy with the results , I'm 88 and it is in my future.
It’s worth doing. I was apprehensive about it because they said I’d be awake during the procedure. I said there was no way that was going to happen because I wouldn’t be able to hold my eye still while they were poking around in there.
Well the drugs they gave me pre op were worth the trip, I didn’t give a crap what they did, plus they deaden the eye so it can’t move. They prop it open and go to work, I could see and hear what was going on but it didn’t bother me at all.
If having the procedure is a concern, don’t worry about it.
Posted on 6/29/24 at 4:52 pm to Wtodd
Glad to hear it's better than what you expected. 
Posted on 7/1/24 at 4:29 am to Clark14
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I was apprehensive about it because they said I’d be awake during the procedure.
I was awake during the procedure, by design. They put a "block" on my eye and it's kinda hard to explain but I couldn't really see anything except the laser and I couldn't blink or even move it. The only thing I had to do was keep my head still for the 35 seconds the laser did its thing. The block made my eye, forehead and part of my head numb for a few hours....that was weird as shite
I'm still undecided if I want my right eye done; I'm leaning that way but there's a trade-off. I'd lose the close up vision in that eye. While that may be a slight inconvenience most of the time and I'd have to wear "readers" (like I am right now), I'm concerned what it will do when I'm on my boat and seeing the electronics......I can't wear readers and sunglasses at the same time. I haven't fished since the procedure but am going out this upcoming weekend so I'll be able to find out what I can and can't see with monovision and/or the repaired eye. I also have another appointment with the doctor this Wednesday; just a week later post-op appointment but I have a few questions for her.....so TDB. I'll update when I decide.
While monovision isn't perfect or everyone's cup of tea it may be the best option for me.
This post was edited on 7/1/24 at 4:35 am
Posted on 7/2/24 at 12:04 am to Wtodd
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I can't wear readers and sunglasses at the same time.
They make sunglasses with readers in them. They work fine for me. The first pair I had I found in a dollar store.
Posted on 7/2/24 at 3:27 pm to Wtodd
Awesome, isn't it! Remember to bring your monovision documentation when renewing your driver's license. 
Posted on 7/2/24 at 3:27 pm to Wtodd
I know people whose cataracts cleared after they ditched seed oils and carbs. I don't eat bad foods. At 75, I'm wondering whether my eyes will just stay clear like they are now. My BIL had the surgery and the lens he chose eliminated his need for reading glasses. I hate being dependent on readers.
Posted on 7/2/24 at 4:26 pm to Whiznot
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My BIL had the surgery and the lens he chose eliminated his need for reading glasses. I hate being dependent on readers.
I had that option but insurance doesn’t cover them and they are very expensive.
Posted on 7/4/24 at 7:12 pm to Clark14
Love the good news 
Posted on 7/5/24 at 9:10 pm to Wtodd
I had cataracts in my 40s (kinda young) and had surgery in both eyes - mainly after glasses just didn’t work anymore for driving. Worked excellently - had to get used to going from being near-sighted to far-sighted (with readers). The color green was magnified and glorious, the haze had taken that from me and it was a blessing to have back.
Now, the thing no one talks about . . .
The odds for a retina detachment greatly increases, as I found out. So, if you see a loss of periphery or an abundance of “floaters” one day, have it checked immediately.
I was lucky and called my doc the day I noticed mine, he checked it out that day, I had surgery the next.
Now, the thing no one talks about . . .
The odds for a retina detachment greatly increases, as I found out. So, if you see a loss of periphery or an abundance of “floaters” one day, have it checked immediately.
I was lucky and called my doc the day I noticed mine, he checked it out that day, I had surgery the next.
This post was edited on 7/6/24 at 5:30 am
Posted on 7/12/24 at 8:32 am to Wtodd
Bumped for UPDATE #2
Posted on 7/12/24 at 9:53 am to Wtodd
Good job. Good luck
Posted on 7/12/24 at 10:48 am to Old1937
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Old1937
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, I'm 88
Whoa! Really?
ETA: no offense intended, it’s just that I default to thinking everyone here is maybe like 40, 45, even though I myself am 51.
This post was edited on 7/12/24 at 10:50 am
Posted on 7/12/24 at 10:56 am to Old1937
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I’m 88
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Old1937
User name definitely checks out
I don’t think even cheese grits has you beat, you may be the oldest poster on Tiger droppings
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