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Cataract: Everything you should know

Treatment options: If your cataract symptoms are mild, you might need a new prescription for glasses or contacts. Cataracts usually worsen over time, though. Eventually, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove the cataract. Safety: Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most frequently performed surgeries in the U.S. The chance of any complications is meagre. But it would help if you always discussed the risks of any surgery with your doctor. Some people do have an infection or vision loss after the procedure. Diagnosis: If you have cataract symptoms , see an eye doctor (Ophthalmologist) for a complete exam. The doctor will need to dilate your pupil to see inside your eye. During this test, special eye drops widen your pupil (the black part of the eye). When the pupil is wide open, your doctor checks the health of your eye. Your doctor can see if you have cataracts or other problems and find out how much of your vision is blocked. Function: The lens of y...

If you spot these, visit your Ophthalmologist

You've had your glasses for years, and you still think you can see clearly out of them after all this time. Although you think you may be able to see just fine, there could be changes in your vision that you haven't even noticed. But how can you tell when you need a new prescription for your glasses? Here are five signs you may need a new drug: Squinting: People who are constantly squinting usually have a problem seeing clearly. Squinting is a natural way to improve focus and clarity, and you may not even realize you're doing it until your eyes and head begin to hurt. However, squinting causes more damage than good in the long run. When squinting, you excessively strain your eye, making your vision problems even worse. If you notice yourself squinting more when reading a book or on the computer, you might need an updated prescription. Blurry vision:         If you have a sudden or occasional blur of vision, accompanied by a loss of focus, you are ...

Post-surgery Cataract Care Tips

Cataract surgery is a quick, simple surgery with an extremely high success rate. However, this success rate is primarily determined by your recovery. Although the procedure is low-risk, there are a few post-op recovery steps that patients must follow to ensure the best possible outcome. This surgery has life-changing benefits, but to reap these benefits, aftercare is paramount. This blog highlights what you need to know to learn more about the best recovery steps to follow after cataract surgery. Go for follow-ups:            Your first appointment is a post-surgery follow-up scheduled for the day after your surgery. Remember to pre-organize a lift to and from your surgeon's offices. Your surgeon will then review your healing progress and adjust medications to keep the infection at bay. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your recovery, this is the appointment to ask your surgeon. You will generally be cleared for ...

Learn How to Protect your Eyes During the Rainy Season. Only these Issues Need to be Resolved.

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Eye flu, which negatively affects the retina, is caused by eye infections that spread quickly during the rainy season. There is also a chance of losing one's vision if timely and appropriate therapy is not received. The rainy season calls for extra attention to the eyes. Due to the moisture in the air during this season, water collects in numerous locations and debris builds up and rots in numerous locations, allowing germs to grow on them and leading to an eye infections. Additionally, during this season, there are both intense and searing sunspots and brief periods of shadow brought on by clouds, which can cause glare in the eyes. The retina is impacted by this. As a result, care must be taken throughout this season. Following tips given by  eye doctor in Indore :- Infection:- During this time of year, eye infections spread quickly and cause eye flu, which is terrible for the retina. There is also a chance of losing one's vision if timely and appropriate therapy is not receiv...