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Dr. Michael, that was one of the best presentations I've ever seen on medical issues of any kind! You not only explained everything in great detail.... but you explained it in a way that we can easily understand it. I may be needing cataract surgery in the near future. Now I know what to expect, and the choices in what to ask for. Thank you for being so dedicated to good eye care!
Thank you for the helpful information. I’m having cataract surgery on January 16 and can’t wait to be able to drive at night again! I have astigmatism and am getting a Toric lens. You answered many of the simple questions that I was going to ask my doctor. I have more to ask him, but you were very helpful. Thank you.
I had my surgery a week ago today in Toronto . . . I am 79 years old and both eyes were done during the same appointment . . . I chose the lens provided under our government health plan . . . arrived at the clinic at 7 am . . . registered in and then taken to the area where a basic pre-op was performed . . . the anesthesiologist saw that I was quite nervous about the whole thing as he ask "is there anything you would like to share with me" the surgery began at 8 am . . . a short period of time later I was back in the pre-op area where I was offered a cold drink and cookie and told that as soon as my ride home appeared I was could go home . . . I left the clinic around 9:45 and took it easy for the rest of the day . . . at no time have I experienced any pain . . . at times there is some discomfort with a feeling like there is some dust or something in the eye and that seems to be diminishing as time passes . . . the following day, using our public transportation system, I travelled to the hospital on the streetcar for the day after appt with the eye surgeon who shared he was very happy with the surgery and would see me in another week . . . that appt is tomorrow . . . I do not have words to express the changes in my vision that now has given me permission to re-think how I wish to spend the rest of my time on this planet . . two years ago when I saw the doctor for the first time he told me my eyes were not ready yet for surgery . . . it has been a long wait . . . please, please, if your doctor suggests you would benefit from cataract surgery, go for it . . . GO FOR IT . . .
It depends on who is doing your surgery in Ontario. Some private clinics will charge you upwards to $3-5k. I had surgeries in the Hamilton, Ontario area for both eyes. I paid for laser measurement ($200-250) and an upgrade on each lenses of $70 (in 2015 and 2017). You are extremely wise to be asking the question. ~ Steve
Hi Steve! Thank you for your response. I called my Opthometrist to clarify. He said that my case is not clinically significant yet, that is why it’s not yet covered. I think when the cataract is visibly seen then it’s covered. It’s a shame because it affects my vision and my day to day life.
I spoke with my admin who used to work in an optometrist clinic. She recommended that you get a second opinion from another optometrist who will be sympathetic to your needs. The fact that your quality of vision is causing issues should be enough to please let me know how it goes. All the best as you look at a new year ahead. ~ Steve
Namaste Some facts about cataract Cataract surgery can be performed in any season. The associated myth that rainy season should be avoided can be ignored as advance cataract removal technology and medication is available. We should have cataract removed whenever it starts affecting our daily life and we need not wait for it to mature as that can cause complications. Eye drops cannot dissolve cataract and surgery is the only effective method. Cataract is a day care procedure with fast recovery Cataract surgery can be safely performed even in hypertensive and diabetic patients. Thanks
Just do it , it’s simple, it’s pain free and it’s the most amazing thing I have done . DO IT Throw away all your glasses . It takes less than half an hour each eye .
Awesome! My mom just had her left eye yesterday and her right eye in 2 weeks. Already she can't believe how much better things are. She can see color better too. I'm so glad I finally talked her into getting it. She has Dementia and I had to tell her now is the time, because later on it would only make it more difficult for me (her caregiver) to get her through it. She's so wonderful.
This is an excellent video explaining the ins and outs of what cataracts are, treatment options, what to expect for a procedure etc…I am day 1 post op, cataract removal and implantation of an IOL. I was putting off having the operation for as long as I could, as the affected eye is amblyopic, and very myopic - I just didn’t think I would gain that much from it, however I am already wowed by the results. I am from London, so had my procedure carried out by our NHS. The only thing that was probably non-standard with my op is that they did it under general anaesthetic, because they knew I would be fretful if I had been awake during the op. I would recommend the procedure to anyone who may require it, or be considering it. It is amazing what ophthalmology surgery can do now!!
Dr. Michael Chua. Before any one goes for their surgery they should first read and listen to your information on RUclips. You explained all so well. Takes away one's fear before the surgery. Thank you Dr Chua and keep up the Great job. You are so blessed.... We are so lucky to have smart and good doctors like you. Amen
I wish I had the guts to look it up BEFORE my surgery! The mind has a way of making things worse. It was a horror movie for me the 1st time, but after knowing what to expect, it went much easier & smoother the 2nd time (yesterday)!
Had mine done 4 hours ago. I had a stage 4 in my R eye. It's a miracle! I haven't seen this well in years and they say it will continue to improve over the coming days. I'm ecstatic!! Wish I had done it sooner.
Thank you. I am scheduled for my 1st eye surgery next week. I was looking for a video like this a few weeks ago. This was very helpful. Every single person I know who had cataract surgery has nothing but good things to say so I'm praying I will too. I know any kind of surgery there will always be risks. Im crossing my finger that my doctor who was highly recommended by a nurse friend of mine. I also Googled him n he has nothing but great reviews. So pray for me that I will be saying great things too.
In same boat here but 10 months later! How are you doing now? Great, I hope! 💙from Alabama (My R eye gets done in 4 days! 😱Don't know whether to be scared or nonchalant! 😂)
you posted this after mine were done, but I must say, I was very scared. However, it went so quick and my life has definitely improved. All of you who need the surgery : go for it!!!
Thank You! I have to do it I've been feeling so terrified to let somebody operate on my Beautiful eyes 😭😭😭😭😭😭 But after reading your comment I believe I can do it!!!!!!!! THANK YOU
Dr. Chua, I have cataract both eyes, I have high myopia, -9.50 -10.0. a little astigmatism, went to doctor for evaluation. He has only done auto refraction, topography, and IOL master . Are these tests enough for pre op measurement ? I am thinking to have multi focal lenses such PanOptic lenses, It worries me that the measurement will not be correct ?
I really enjoyed your presentation...I had my right eye done on 5/7/23. My left eye was done n 5/31/23. I had the newest and greatest lens (PanOptix) inserted I could see a little better as far as long distance but my close up reading was impossible. I couldn't get my eyes to focus to even read the newspaper or see the wording on my computer at work. My night time driving with oncoming headlights was much worst than before surgery. Every headlight was a prism of starbursts. I took the drops I was given faithfully but my vision is still blurred. I went back to my regular eye doctor and he gave me some Refresh Digital drops. Now, I am really worried... Would you have any idea why I am having this problem? Thank you for any reassurance. Trish
I had my cataract removed three days ago and I wish I’d had it sooner distance vision is amazing and colours are wonderful I had dry eyes prior to surgery the only problem I have had is with my prescription varifocal and the new lens is vying with my glasses and I’ve had vertigo after talking with clinic they suggested taking the lens from glasses without cataract leaving the lens in the side with the cataract hopefully that will be done in a few weeks and I will see if I need glasses. I had everything explained regarding surgery but it was not mentioned about my prescription glasses I did try some old pairs on that didn’t work for me I am being very careful protecting eye from infection. Sorry this is so long but wanted to tell everyone the experience I’ve had
@@spatol Yes, was amazing... My vision was so cloudy but afterwards... the world looked AMAZING!!! All the details around that I had been missing were visible...
I was a bit young when I got them, too. Did you see "floaters" all the time in your 20's only to have optometrists not able or willing to tell you why? More is known now, & I'm older than you, but it makes me wonder if the floaters were a hint that cataracts were forming. Just wish I'd known earlier, but advancements are such that maybe it's a blessing in disguise that it took so many years to find out what was blinding me! 💙😂
I've owned an optometrist practice since 2004, and I every time I hear a patient ask, "When is the ophthalmologist going to take out my cataract?" After our OD's find evidence of Posterior subcapsular cataract, Cortical, age related etc, cataracts, I laugh a little inside my head. I've had some patients wait 4 or 5 years until their cataract is "ripe" enough to take out. One day, I'm going to call the cataract specialists we refer patients to and ask them to tell the patients exactly why. For some reason, they never say why, just when so patients at our practice that keep coming back are always like, "Why aren't they taking out my cataract?! I can't drive at night and can barely read!" And I'm always saying "Every cataract is different, you'll have to speak with your ophthalmologist." Then they'll be like "All he said it wasn't ready to take out, and that was 2 years ago!!!" Me: 😬
My cataracts got to the point that depth of focus was so bad I fell down not once, but twice because I missed a step on a staircase. Also, could not read ANYTHING. If my eye doctor told me to 'wait', I would have a fit. But, I understand your point. However, your patients may think you are just stringing them along. Anyway, take care and best wishes to you and your practice.
Thank you so much for the information. I am due for my surgery in two weeks and was very apprehensive but on listening to you I feel way more confident.
@@davidchicas7385 Thanks for your concern! My surgery went well and as of the very first day post surgery when the bandage wasremoved I was seeing clearly! I followed the doctor’s instructions with respect to administering the three eye drops and had very little inflammation or pain in my eye. It has been approximately 5 1/2 weeks and I am still seeing well. Only challenge is that my left eye surgery is carded some 8 months …in Feb/Mar’24, so there is a vast difference in using both eyes. The closest I can explain with the difference of sight is that the operated eye vision is like seeing with a 100 watt bulb and the left eye is like with a 70 watt bulb. My depth perception is also skewed. Once again thanks for your support.
@JDM895 last month in the Journal for Signal Processing via SCMP,if I can get the time to pull it up,it's Chinese to begin with, I'm sure someone 50 years younger than me could find it,just what you'd expect, over and out, long weekend, I should retire.
Thank you so much Dr. Chua for your video , clear and good info for everyone 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 More power and God bless you more🙏. Amen 6-1-2023 🙏🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭
I have to be honest in that I very rarely comment on anything that I see here on RUclips but, having my had cataract eye surgery (the right eye a week ago and the left eyes just yesterday) I would just like to assure anyone who's considering doing this NOT to be extra nervous (as I was) because, being totally honest, I was not aware of any pain and, in both of the "procedures", I was totally awake and was, in fact, having a conversation with the surgeon during both ops!!!! I actually live in the UK and was operated in the Optegra hospital (maybe more correct to call it an eye clinic????) here in London and, in my case, I already know that I no longer will need glasses which I have worn for the last 30 years (I worked in the IT world and was constantly looking at computer screens). I am NOT sponsered by them in any way and cannot comment on how they compare with respect to their prices (although I have always thought that "cheaper" normally works out "more expensive" in the long run) and, personally, I would NOT consider ever "going abroad" for this procedure either. I LOVED this video and have to thank Michael Chua for having spent the time creating what, for me, has been one of the very best videos on this subject!!! Thank you so much Michael - great great great video!!!!! Raymond (London, UK)
Thank you Dr. Chua. I am scheduled for cataract surgery on my first eye in 9 days. 2nd one July 25. I really appreciate your video here. Thank you so much.
This is an incredibly thorough and clear explanation of seemingly everything related to cataracts and surgery. This doctor knows what he’s doing and how to communicate it. Thank you!
I had this surgery 3 weeks ago to my right eye 0:01 . My sight was immediately much improved. I have since had a follow up examination and I am now waiting to have a return visit for the left eye. I recommend it. If you have doubt, consider a cataract is going to make you blind. The success rate for this surgery is very high. Go for it. It can be liberating. My right eye in itself was great for me.
My cataract surgery was the easiest surgery I have ever had with AMAZING results! No issues at all. I just had both my cataracts removed-the first surgery was 2 1/2 weeks ago, and the second surgery was 3 days ago. My vision change was almost immediate! I had an astigmatism in the 1st eye. The 2nd eye did not need the astigmatism lens. The only thing I remember in surgery was a bright light. I am 72 years old. I needed no Tylenol for pain.I would recommend this surgery to everyone who needs it. I was not apprehensive at all. I have worn glasses since I was 11 years old. It is so nice not to wear glasses to watch television anymore. I will use a [air of readers from Dollar Tree( recommended by eye staff) for only $1.25 if I am reading or doing crafts for long periods.
Had right eye done 6 years back. Had left eye done recently. Both operations were successful. Done by Moorfields eye hospital UK (considered as the best eye hospital in the world ). Free under National Health with free medication and follow up care. The improvement it brought to my vision is astounding.
Y'all are so lucky! I have "good" insurance but still must pay ~$6,000 out of pocket (or more, depending on what insurance _decides_ to cover. The way they itemize makes it impossible to understand - on purpose, I'm sure!). Anyway, my R eye gets surgery in less than 4 days! Wish me luck! So glad you got the best and astounding results! If you see this, how are you doing now? - Holly, Alabama USA💙
so i for no reason watched this video without skipping a second just because i liked the video and Michael talking about his job and surgery deff well spend 31 minutes!
Thank you Dr. Chua for a great video. It would have been helpful to have seen this before my procedures. Both procedures went well. My distance vision is excellent. I have to grab readers to see close up. It is amazing not wearing glasses all the time. I’ve been wearing glasses for about 54 years. My doctor recommended achieving monovision with a contact lens for near vision. I will try that next. This video helped me to understand better about the type of lens. Blessings!
Superb presentation. I'm due for this surgery in the coming months and this was very helpful in understanding the process and options. Thanks very much for your post.
Thank you for being so thorough, I hope you are the same way with your patience. All the dr.s I have seen don't explain the cataract surgery at all. They write a wonderful report saying they went over everything but, in reality they didn't.
Hello Dr Michael, I had both my eyes operated for cataract with B & L, EDOF lenses. Being myopic with -8/-8 eyesight I had barrage laser for my right eye for a horse shoe tear and left eye for a lattice one week before the operation. The cataract operation was successful, but till now after 4 weeks my vision is still blurred and I cannot see clearly beyond 3 metres, reading vision is good. During post operation check, my laser barrage are healing well, OCT is also good. My query is whether my vision is going to improve over a period of time. I don't mind waiting. Thanks! in advance Doctor.
I appreciate the full walk through you gave. I'm 68 and just got told I have significant cataracts. That was a surprise to me. I just thought I needed new glasses. Thank you for telling me the pros and cons. I'm still very nervous, but you didn't mention any patients not surviving, so I will go to my pre-op appointment. What happens if I can't hold my eye still. My eyes tend to follow the floaters, and before I know it, I'm looking at the bottom of a page, TV screen, or phone screen.
Thank you .. I had surgery for cataracts about thirteen yrs ago .. But I'm just seeing how it is done .. Thanks to all of you doctor's for the good job done.. I'm wear lens
Thank you for the valuable information. I am scheduled in August to have the surgery. You have provided more information than my doctor's office. ❤ Thank you, young man. I am impressed with your presentation. A+
Risk of retina detachment after cataract surgery is in the list of complications they have you sign off on. It happened to me in both eyes. Don't blindly think this won't happen. Doesn't seem rare at all to me and retina reattachment surgery is brutally painful.
My 1st eye gets done in 4 days. I'm a bit worried, too. Did you already have any natural or partial detachment before the procedures? I read that that's the biggest concern/risk for detachment post-surgery. Hope you're better now, friend. Sorry you went through that! 💙🤗from Alabama
Very well said and thorough. Everyone shpuld understand that the entire procedure is frightening and with some pain. Having experienced cataract removal in one eye, I decided not to do the other. I also fetl that anyone electing lens replacement have enough significant vision issues to make it worth performing. It takes long for your eye to set to rights, and any number of issues can arise. Too many RUclips videos seem to be designed to promote the surgery and downplay the issues from multiple clinic and doctor visits. These are designed both to protect the patient and reduce clinic liability. In my recommendation go for the surgery if you have rather difficult vision caused by cataracts. Do not do it, if you can avoid it or correct your vision problems with eyeglasses. Invading the eye for any surgical procedure should always be very carefully decided.
I have many friends who have had cataracts removed. Most say it is an easy, painless procedure and their results were good. My older brother had both eyes done, and one eye had a retinal tear (when younger he had a detached retina in that eye). After 6 months, he is completely fine. Another lady had problems with dry eyes for 4 months and is now fine. I will be having my first cataract removed in two weeks. I will have the standard monofocal lens and will wear progressive glasses afterwards. I like wearing glasses all the time, rather than having to have one ready for close reading.
@@judithdasta3969 Not exactly my experience. In spite of an anesthiologist present there was trauma and pain. Apart from a 'bluer' light, there was no improvement in vision. The worst thing is the drooping eyelid I acquired (they don't tell you about that) as well as my eyes not coordinating as well as before. I will never do the other eye. Too much a risk. I once had an opthamologist who told me never touch an eye with any surgery unless absolutely necessary. I should have listened. Yes, many come out fine, but not all. Oh yes, dry eye is now more of a problem.
Thanks for this! I'm going to tell my ophthalmologist that they need to give their patients a link to this video. You covered everything in enough detail that I feel way less anxious about the process now.
Thank You, Doctor MC, I am having cataract surgery on left eye on the 20th and the right eye on the 27th, I am now at ease after listening to your explanation. Regards God Bless Brian Hammond Cape Town South Africa
Thank you Dr. Chua for your video. Everything you stated in your video is so very true. I just had my right eye done 2 days ago and your video re-forced some of the questions that was on my mind and also reiterated what I have already come to experience and know! Like you said in your video, Everyone is different. I for one did not, nor have I experienced any kind of pain to deter me from getting my other eye done next week. For the 1st 2 days the most I have experienced is the sensitivity to the sun light. I am very sensitive to the sun light to start with. Therefore in order to make it more comfortable for me, I wear my sunglasses, at all times, even in the house. I have notice that today the sensitivity to the sun has gotten better. I have not doubt that by tomorrow I won't need to wear my sun glasses inside as much. There is NOTHING to be afraid of. As long as you follow the instructions you are given to the "T", Take it easy as they suggest all should turn out well. Use eye drops as directed, sleep with the shield over your eye at night, rest a lot and anything else the Doctor suggests for you to do. Also make sure that your doctor does a lot of Cataract Surgeries , therefore knows what he is doing! If you are on the fence, talk to people, talk with your doctor, ask a lot of questions in order to get over your fears.. Even watch video's of the operation being done! Whatever it takes, for you only have ONE set of eye's..... ; ))
I’m glad you highlighted the importance of following your Surgeon’s protocol to a T as well as the eye drop regimen. I want to also recommend that anyone having cataract surgery post vitrectomy that you might want to take a little more time than prescribed before going back to regular life. For me, I felt pressure in my eye 14 days post surgery when lifting 50-60 pounds of our rental equipment. This scared me enough to extend my no lifting time to 21 days. No regrets in having done this! Success! ~ Steve
Thank you for this very interesting and informative video! I'm going in this Wed for my procedure and i can hardly wait! My right eye has a very advanced cataract, so I'm hoping no complications arise.
For anyone who is afraid of this procedure, please don't worry. I had it done last year and it was so easy! It wasn't scary at all and it's so great to be able to see well again! I was really worried but it's an easy procedure and you won't hurt or feel a thing. It's over before you know it.
Glad you had a good result. It’s a fairly easy surgery but everyone is different anatomy, healing time, other diagnosis. To say not to worry, it’s not always about fear of surgery it’s more than that, maybe loss of vision like person in comment above yours 🤷♀️ Besides you said YOU were worried before the surgery and so can’t begrudge others for feeling the same way
When I did 1 eye 5 years ago, the next day I went back to the hospital to make an appointment for the other. Happy ever since. For info: I decided for a specialized eye hospital, not a general.
I had a cataract removed in my right eye. I am now blind in that eye. My doctors tried 7 additional surgeries to try and save it. Be careful with your choices.
Can the cons of monofocal lenses be corrected with contact lenses? I currently wear contacts that correct presbyopia and mild astigmatism (B&L Ultra Multifocal-Thoric). Would they work after surgery?
What about lens replacement can the laser be used to accomplish this I was given a monofocal lens but after hearing what you said about a toriq lens and astigmatism that is what I should have had but I am constantly being told that it is too dangerous but I am hoping with the laser that maybe it can be done
I have two questions I’ve never seen discussed by anyone: 1. Eye really need glasses to see out of both eyes. After surgery I will have one eye close to normal and one still can’t see normal. How is my vision afterwards, in that how do I see when one eye is normal and the other is not normal. If I wear my glasses for my poor eyesight, I won’t be able to see out of the new eye. If I don’t wear glasses I will see out of the new eye, but the old eye will be blurry. How do you address this issue? Take one lens out of the glasses? 2. I drive a motorcycle. Even with a closed helmet with form fitting glasses I feel a stiff breeze on my eyes. Do I have to give up my transportation for awhile? If so, for how long? I really like the explanation of everything.
Thank You so much explaining cataract surgery Dr. Micheal. I'm having surgery on my left eye in August and my right eye sometimes in October. I am sort nerves about getting this done.... I pray all goes well with this surgery.
Thank you in New Zealand and have cataract on both eyes having this done next week okay but needed to know My surgeon is giving me distance and near sighted vision lenses
Hi I did cataract surgery 4 days ago on my left eye. Vision is great but my phone and computer are unclear/Blurry. I'm scared to do it on my right eye as my work is infront of a computer I can't do it if my livelihood will be impacted. Reading glasses didn't help. Can this be solved by different glasses or a different cataract surgery on the right eye? PLEASE help I'm scared.
Blind from Green Glaucoma. Can it be fixed with Eye Catarr operation or another operation? Nerve optimal damage. No vicion at all on left eye. Lost it 3-4 months ago. What can you do? If you can do anything. Just asking for information if anyone can reply. Would be nice.
I was just recently diagnosed with "severe cataracts" on both eyes at my annual eyeglass exam. NEVER been told this in my life. I have NONE of these symptoms. NONE. I doubted the diagnosis. I had two subsequent exams in the following weeks by independent eye doctors (one being the eye surgeon I was referred to) and BOTH told me I did not have any cataracts. WTH?? Why would an eye doctor tell me that??
I wish I lived in America and had money for this😢 I’m blind in my left eye due to glaucoma and have a cataract in my remaining eye, I can’t tell you how miserable life is now. Have a fantastic day and thank you for the video. James.
Your doctor needs to know about ALLERGIES weeks PRIOR to surgery day so they can be prepared and not kill or injure due to ANAPHYLAXIS or adverse reactions.
I had cataract surgery about 4 years ago and my vision is worse now than it was before the surgery. Before the surgery I was looking at everything through a fog. After my surgery I see everything in triple vision, and I'm almost totally blind when the sun is shining or there is more glare than usual (high UV levels, glare off snow, glare from rainy pavement, etc.). I'm almost totally unable to drive now because I had cataract surgery and when I have my eye exam I'm told I have nearly 20/20 vision but I still can't see. It's very frustrating!!!
I wasted 10000+hours and another 31 minutes of my time and no body talking about smoking or drinking ( alcohol ) before or after surgery also the prices
Very informative and helpful info.Great job !very clear and fluent. Thank you for being so explicit, I am supposed to do cataract surgery soon.More knowledgeable now, thanks for the video.
I have 20/400 vision in my left eye! I’m not getting the surgery! My mother had cateracts for decades she did fine with corrective lenses! I would have to not see at all in that I to risk surgery! Period
Thank you so much for this guidance Dr Chua. It has been 10 days since my cataract surgery. I want to go out and play golf where there may be bright sun. Are transitional lenses OK to use for proper protection of my eye?
the best and total explanation I have ever seen in any video, I just had my first surgery and know what to expect and be aware of. Thank you for this info.
Why do surgeons use amnesiac drugs, like verset for surgery? What do they not want the patience to see? If they want you to relax give Valium. Thank you
I had regular cataract surgery in my right eye back in 2002 and my vision in the right eye has always been very blurred since the surgery, my right eye is pretty much useless when it comes to vision as I can't make out any details with my left eye closed. Is it possible to redo or correct the surgery as there's better technology these days? I live in West Africa and don't have the best access to eye doctors.
I had a cataract surgery two years AGI.but after the surgery i had another problem with floaters after the surgery.i am satisfied with the surgery.before that i had 2 retina detachment surgery.
I need cataract surgery. I found out when I was getting my eyes checked.i had lost my glasses. 18:29 that's me without glasses.a I'm a avid reader and couldn't understand why it was not clear ❤❤
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Dr. Michael, that was one of the best presentations I've ever seen on medical issues of any kind! You not only explained everything in great detail.... but you explained it in a way that we can easily understand it.
I may be needing cataract surgery in the near future. Now I know what to expect, and the choices in what to ask for. Thank you for being so dedicated to good eye care!
Thanks for watching and the positive feedback! I'm happy to share my experience and expertise
I would have preferred to be able to read his presentation than translate it!
Thank you so much, I have been so reluctant to do the surgery but after this all my anxiety around the surgery have been eliminated.
I had that done, And I love seeing all colors now,.
Thank you for the helpful information. I’m having cataract surgery on January 16 and can’t wait to be able to drive at night again! I have astigmatism and am getting a Toric lens. You answered many of the simple questions that I was going to ask my doctor. I have more to ask him, but you were very helpful. Thank you.
I had my surgery a week ago today in Toronto . . . I am 79 years old and both eyes were done during the same appointment . . . I chose the lens provided under our government health plan . . . arrived at the clinic at 7 am . . . registered in and then taken to the area where a basic pre-op was performed . . . the anesthesiologist saw that I was quite nervous about the whole thing as he ask "is there anything you would like to share with me" the surgery began at 8 am . . . a short period of time later I was back in the pre-op area where I was offered a cold drink and cookie and told that as soon as my ride home appeared I was could go home . . . I left the clinic around 9:45 and took it easy for the rest of the day . . . at no time have I experienced any pain . . . at times there is some discomfort with a feeling like there is some dust or something in the eye and that seems to be diminishing as time passes . . . the following day, using our public transportation system, I travelled to the hospital on the streetcar for the day after appt with the eye surgeon who shared he was very happy with the surgery and would see me in another week . . . that appt is tomorrow . . . I do not have words to express the changes in my vision that now has given me permission to re-think how I wish to spend the rest of my time on this planet . . two years ago when I saw the doctor for the first time he told me my eyes were not ready yet for surgery . . . it has been a long wait . . . please, please, if your doctor suggests you would benefit from cataract surgery, go for it . . . GO FOR IT . . .
Hello, is Cataract surgery covered by OHIP? Because my opthometrist said, it’s not covered. I’m confused
It depends on who is doing your surgery in Ontario. Some private clinics will charge you upwards to $3-5k.
I had surgeries in the Hamilton, Ontario area for both eyes. I paid for laser measurement ($200-250) and an upgrade on each lenses of $70 (in 2015 and 2017).
You are extremely wise to be asking the question. ~ Steve
Hi Steve! Thank you for your response. I called my Opthometrist to clarify. He said that my case is not clinically significant yet, that is why it’s not yet covered. I think when the cataract is visibly seen then it’s covered. It’s a shame because it affects my vision and my day to day life.
@@earthman0x I’ll try to get further clarification tomorrow from my admin.
I spoke with my admin who used to work in an optometrist clinic. She recommended that you get a second opinion from another optometrist who will be sympathetic to your needs. The fact that your quality of vision is causing issues should be enough to please let me know how it goes. All the best as you look at a new year ahead. ~ Steve
Thank you. Well presented. Very clear and helpful.
Going for this in September. Thank you for this info. Much appreciated!
Very thorough. Thank you.
Very informative. Thank you very much.
million thanks for the info.....
Have you heard of the Lanosterol eye drops that is expected to cure cataracts in the future?
Namaste
Some facts about cataract
Cataract surgery can be performed in any season. The associated myth that rainy season should be avoided can be ignored as advance cataract removal technology and medication is available.
We should have cataract removed whenever it starts affecting our daily life and we need not wait for it to mature as that can cause complications.
Eye drops cannot dissolve cataract and surgery is the only effective method.
Cataract is a day care procedure with fast recovery
Cataract surgery can be safely performed even in hypertensive and diabetic patients.
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Just do it , it’s simple, it’s pain free and it’s the most amazing thing I have done . DO IT Throw away all your glasses . It takes less than half an hour each eye .
Awesome! My mom just had her left eye yesterday and her right eye in 2 weeks. Already she can't believe how much better things are. She can see color better too. I'm so glad I finally talked her into getting it. She has Dementia and I had to tell her now is the time, because later on it would only make it more difficult for me (her caregiver) to get her through it. She's so wonderful.
Your mom is lucky to have you.🌹
I'm glad to find out there is sedation.
This is an excellent video explaining the ins and outs of what cataracts are, treatment options, what to expect for a procedure etc…I am day 1 post op, cataract removal and implantation of an IOL. I was putting off having the operation for as long as I could, as the affected eye is amblyopic, and very myopic - I just didn’t think I would gain that much from it, however I am already wowed by the results. I am from London, so had my procedure carried out by our NHS. The only thing that was probably non-standard with my op is that they did it under general anaesthetic, because they knew I would be fretful if I had been awake during the op. I would recommend the procedure to anyone who may require it, or be considering it. It is amazing what ophthalmology surgery can do now!!
Dr. Michael Chua. Before any one goes for their surgery they should first read and listen to your information on RUclips.
You explained all so well. Takes away one's fear before the surgery. Thank you Dr Chua and keep up the Great job. You are so
blessed.... We are so lucky to have smart and good doctors like you. Amen
I wish I had the guts to look it up BEFORE my surgery! The mind has a way of making things worse. It was a horror movie for me the 1st time, but after knowing what to expect, it went much easier & smoother the 2nd time (yesterday)!
Going in for surgery in under a month. This presentation assisted me greatly in understanding what I can expect. Thank you for doing this!
Had mine done 4 hours ago. I had a stage 4 in my R eye. It's a miracle! I haven't seen this well in years and they say it will continue to improve over the coming days. I'm ecstatic!! Wish I had done it sooner.
Thank you. I am scheduled for my 1st eye surgery next week. I was looking for a video like this a few weeks ago. This was very helpful. Every single person I know who had cataract surgery has nothing but good things to say so I'm praying I will too. I know any kind of surgery there will always be risks. Im crossing my finger that my doctor who was highly recommended by a nurse friend of mine. I also Googled him n he has nothing but great reviews. So pray for me that I will be saying great things too.
how did it go?..
In same boat here but 10 months later! How are you doing now? Great, I hope! 💙from Alabama
(My R eye gets done in 4 days! 😱Don't know whether to be scared or nonchalant! 😂)
you posted this after mine were done, but I must say, I was very scared. However, it went so quick and my life has definitely improved.
All of you who need the surgery : go for it!!!
Thank You! I have to do it I've been feeling so terrified to let somebody operate on my Beautiful eyes 😭😭😭😭😭😭 But after reading your comment I believe I can do it!!!!!!!! THANK YOU
After listening to this I think I'll take the chance of going totally blind...
Dr. Chua, I have cataract both eyes, I have high myopia, -9.50 -10.0. a little astigmatism, went to doctor for evaluation. He has only done auto refraction, topography, and IOL master . Are these tests enough for pre op measurement ? I am thinking to have multi focal lenses such PanOptic lenses, It worries me that the measurement will not be correct ?
I really enjoyed your presentation...I had my right eye done on 5/7/23. My left eye was done n 5/31/23. I had the newest and greatest lens (PanOptix) inserted I could see a little better as far as long distance but my close up reading was impossible. I couldn't get my eyes to focus to even read the newspaper or see the wording on my computer at work.
My night time driving with oncoming headlights was much worst than before surgery. Every headlight was a prism of starbursts.
I took the drops I was given faithfully but my vision is still blurred.
I went back to my regular eye doctor and he gave me some Refresh Digital drops.
Now, I am really worried...
Would you have any idea why I am having this problem?
Thank you for any reassurance.
Trish
I had my cataract removed three days ago and I wish I’d had it sooner distance vision is amazing and colours are wonderful I had dry eyes prior to surgery the only problem I have had is with my prescription varifocal and the new lens is vying with my glasses and I’ve had vertigo after talking with clinic they suggested taking the lens from glasses without cataract leaving the lens in the side with the cataract hopefully that will be done in a few weeks and I will see if I need glasses. I had everything explained regarding surgery but it was not mentioned about my prescription glasses I did try some old pairs on that didn’t work for me I am being very careful protecting eye from infection. Sorry this is so long but wanted to tell everyone the experience I’ve had
I had both eyes done recently (40y.o). Be prepared for the colors you will see!!!
Was it helpful? I am being told to have the surgery and I'm a bit younger(30).
@@spatol Yes, was amazing... My vision was so cloudy but afterwards... the world looked AMAZING!!! All the details around that I had been missing were visible...
I also have a retinal aneurysm in Left Eye and have had cataract surgery
I was a bit young when I got them, too. Did you see "floaters" all the time in your 20's only to have optometrists not able or willing to tell you why? More is known now, & I'm older than you, but it makes me wonder if the floaters were a hint that cataracts were forming. Just wish I'd known earlier, but advancements are such that maybe it's a blessing in disguise that it took so many years to find out what was blinding me! 💙😂
Is the surgery painful I’m so scared 😟
Going into surgery in a few weeks. This was exceptionally helpful. Thank you!
I had cataract surgery in both eyes Im so happy I did it I see very well now
Was yours done with plastic?
No
I've owned an optometrist practice since 2004, and I every time I hear a patient ask, "When is the ophthalmologist going to take out my cataract?" After our OD's find evidence of Posterior subcapsular cataract, Cortical, age related etc, cataracts, I laugh a little inside my head.
I've had some patients wait 4 or 5 years until their cataract is "ripe" enough to take out.
One day, I'm going to call the cataract specialists we refer patients to and ask them to tell the patients exactly why. For some reason, they never say why, just when so patients at our practice that keep coming back are always like, "Why aren't they taking out my cataract?! I can't drive at night and can barely read!" And I'm always saying "Every cataract is different, you'll have to speak with your ophthalmologist."
Then they'll be like "All he said it wasn't ready to take out, and that was 2 years ago!!!"
Me: 😬
My cataracts got to the point that depth of focus was so bad I fell down not once, but twice because I missed a step on a staircase. Also, could not read ANYTHING. If my eye doctor told me to 'wait', I would have a fit. But, I understand your point. However, your patients may think you are just stringing them along. Anyway, take care and best wishes to you and your practice.
Thank you so much for the information. I am due for my surgery in two weeks and was very apprehensive but on listening to you I feel way more confident.
Hello! How was your surgery and how do you feel after? Could you share with us your experience please!
@@davidchicas7385 Thanks for your concern! My surgery went well and as of the very first day post surgery when the bandage wasremoved I was seeing clearly! I followed the doctor’s instructions with respect to administering the three eye drops and had very little inflammation or pain in my eye. It has been approximately 5 1/2 weeks and I am still seeing well. Only challenge is that my left eye surgery is carded some 8 months …in Feb/Mar’24, so there is a vast difference in using both eyes. The closest I can explain with the difference of sight is that the operated eye vision is like seeing with a 100 watt bulb and the left eye is like with a 70 watt bulb. My depth perception is also skewed. Once again thanks for your support.
Thanks for watching. I'm glad to hear your surgery went well
Just had surgery on both eyes and i had no pain.It was easy and quick.My vision is incredible
my wife is having the surgery this morning, hence I'm watching this while she is sedated ❤
Any update
@JDM895 last month in the Journal for Signal Processing via SCMP,if I can get the time to pull it up,it's Chinese to begin with, I'm sure someone 50 years younger than me could find it,just what you'd expect, over and out, long weekend, I should retire.
I had both eyes done at the same time. Mono vision lens, as I used them for years. No problems after surgery. I was 75.
Thank you so much Dr. Chua for your video , clear and good info for everyone 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 More power and God bless you more🙏. Amen 6-1-2023 🙏🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭
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How did it go? Wish you a speedy recovery. 🌼
Maraming salamat po!
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Thanks , still continuing eye drops till now
Surgery was successful ( both eyes … one at a time ). 7-24-2023
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Thank you Dr. Chua
7-4-2023
I have to be honest in that I very rarely comment on anything that I see here on RUclips but, having my had cataract eye surgery (the right eye a week ago and the left eyes just yesterday) I would just like to assure anyone who's considering doing this NOT to be extra nervous (as I was) because, being totally honest, I was not aware of any pain and, in both of the "procedures", I was totally awake and was, in fact, having a conversation with the surgeon during both ops!!!!
I actually live in the UK and was operated in the Optegra hospital (maybe more correct to call it an eye clinic????) here in London and, in my case, I already know that I no longer will need glasses which I have worn for the last 30 years (I worked in the IT world and was constantly looking at computer screens).
I am NOT sponsered by them in any way and cannot comment on how they compare with respect to their prices (although I have always thought that "cheaper" normally works out "more expensive" in the long run) and, personally, I would NOT consider ever "going abroad" for this procedure either.
I LOVED this video and have to thank Michael Chua for having spent the time creating what, for me, has been one of the very best videos on this subject!!!
Thank you so much Michael - great great great video!!!!!
Raymond (London, UK)
Hi Raymond, thanks for sharing your experience with cataract surgery. I’m thrilled you are happy with your experience and outcome. Have a nice day
Thank you Dr. Chua. I am scheduled for cataract surgery on my first eye in 9 days. 2nd one July 25.
I really appreciate your video here. Thank you so much.
Success dear
Good luck my friend im going in for consult next week . Need surgury in both eyes cataracts! 70 years old
Oct 12 here. Always keep a positive attitude.....it works.......always look on the bright side of your life.🌹☺
@@joannavvark909 73 here....be positive.
Thanks for watching. Best of luck with your cataract surgeries
This is an incredibly thorough and clear explanation of seemingly everything related to cataracts and surgery. This doctor knows what he’s doing and how to communicate it. Thank you!
Thank you, this video and your info took away a lot of stress off me. I am having catarct surgery soon
I had this surgery 3 weeks ago to my right eye 0:01 . My sight was immediately much improved. I have since had a follow up examination and I am now waiting to have a return visit for the left eye. I recommend it. If you have doubt, consider a cataract is going to make you blind. The success rate for this surgery is very high. Go for it. It can be liberating. My right eye in itself was great for me.
Your tutorial was awesome and extremely helpful and comforting! Thank you so much and may you continue, to be blessed!
Lovely video. Covered EVERYTHING :)
Keep up the good work.
GOD bless.
Sat Jan 27 2024 good education
Thanks for all the information. You've answered many of the questions I had, but I'm still hesitant.
Me too. Going to cancel my appointment! I’m not ready!!
My cataract surgery was the easiest surgery I have ever had with AMAZING results! No issues at all. I just had both my cataracts removed-the first surgery was 2 1/2 weeks ago, and the second surgery was 3 days ago. My vision change was almost immediate! I had an astigmatism in the 1st eye. The 2nd eye did not need the astigmatism lens. The only thing I remember in surgery was a bright light. I am 72 years old. I needed no Tylenol for pain.I would recommend this surgery to everyone who needs it. I was not apprehensive at all. I have worn glasses since I was 11 years old. It is so nice not to wear glasses to watch television anymore. I will use a [air of readers from Dollar Tree( recommended by eye staff) for only $1.25 if I am reading or doing crafts for long periods.
Ok.
@@dorrettbarnes7425 You're awful.
Perfect job, young man.
I won't be seeing you, but i wish i was. Take care and remember...when much is given, much is expected.
God Bless You!
I'm getting ready to get my cateracts and glucoma this week at NYCU LANGONE ..HOPE ALL GOES WELL
Had right eye done 6 years back. Had left eye done recently. Both operations were successful. Done by Moorfields eye hospital UK (considered as the best eye hospital in the world ). Free under National Health with free medication and follow up care.
The improvement it brought to my vision is astounding.
Moorefields also has some great resources available online for any interested.
Y'all are so lucky! I have "good" insurance but still must pay ~$6,000 out of pocket (or more, depending on what insurance _decides_ to cover. The way they itemize makes it impossible to understand - on purpose, I'm sure!). Anyway, my R eye gets surgery in less than 4 days! Wish me luck! So glad you got the best and astounding results! If you see this, how are you doing now? - Holly, Alabama USA💙
What about dry eyes after the operation? Does it last forever
This information was very helpful.
so i for no reason watched this video without skipping a second just because i liked the video and Michael talking about his job and surgery deff well spend 31 minutes!
absolutely the best explanation of cataract surgery... thank you Dr Chua.....
Thank you Dr. Chua for a great video. It would have been helpful to have seen this before my procedures. Both procedures went well. My distance vision is excellent. I have to grab readers to see close up. It is amazing not wearing glasses all the time. I’ve been wearing glasses for about 54 years. My doctor recommended achieving monovision with a contact lens for near vision. I will try that next. This video helped me to understand better about the type of lens. Blessings!
Superb presentation. I'm due for this surgery in the coming months and this was very helpful in understanding the process and options. Thanks very much for your post.
Thank you for being so thorough, I hope you are the same way with your patience. All the dr.s I have seen don't explain the cataract surgery at all. They write a wonderful report saying they went over everything but, in reality they didn't.
Hello Dr Michael, I had both my eyes operated for cataract with B & L, EDOF lenses.
Being myopic with -8/-8 eyesight I had barrage laser for my right eye for a horse shoe tear and left eye for a lattice one week before the operation. The cataract operation was successful, but till now after 4 weeks my vision is still blurred and I cannot see clearly beyond 3 metres, reading vision is good. During post operation check, my laser barrage are healing well, OCT is also good. My query is whether my vision is going to improve over a period of time. I don't mind waiting. Thanks! in advance Doctor.
I appreciate the full walk through you gave. I'm 68 and just got told I have significant cataracts. That was a surprise to me. I just thought I needed new glasses. Thank you for telling me the pros and cons. I'm still very nervous, but you didn't mention any patients not surviving, so I will go to my pre-op appointment. What happens if I can't hold my eye still. My eyes tend to follow the floaters, and before I know it, I'm looking at the bottom of a page, TV screen, or phone screen.
Thank you .. I had surgery for cataracts about thirteen yrs ago .. But I'm just seeing how it is done .. Thanks to all of you doctor's for the good job done.. I'm wear lens
Thank you for the valuable information. I am scheduled in August to have the surgery. You have provided more information than my doctor's office. ❤ Thank you, young man. I am impressed with your presentation. A+
I'm 73, just had cataract surgery for both of my eyes. I'm glad that now I can do my sewing work again.😊
How much did you pay
Excellent detailed easy to understand and follow presentation. Thank you
Risk of retina detachment after cataract surgery is in the list of complications they have you sign off on. It happened to me in both eyes. Don't blindly think this won't happen. Doesn't seem rare at all to me and retina reattachment surgery is brutally painful.
could you please tell me about the pain you went through for the retinal re-attachment ?.....
OMG!!! 😱
My 1st eye gets done in 4 days. I'm a bit worried, too. Did you already have any natural or partial detachment before the procedures? I read that that's the biggest concern/risk for detachment post-surgery. Hope you're better now, friend. Sorry you went through that! 💙🤗from Alabama
Very well said and thorough. Everyone shpuld understand that the entire procedure is frightening and with some pain. Having experienced cataract removal in one eye, I decided not to do the other. I also fetl that anyone electing lens replacement have enough significant vision issues to make it worth performing. It takes long for your eye to set to rights, and any number of issues can arise. Too many RUclips videos seem to be designed to promote the surgery and downplay the issues from multiple clinic and doctor visits. These are designed both to protect the patient and reduce clinic liability. In my recommendation go for the surgery if you have rather difficult vision caused by cataracts. Do not do it, if you can avoid it or correct your vision problems with eyeglasses. Invading the eye for any surgical procedure should always be very carefully decided.
Thank you!
Thank you very much very well done
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I have many friends who have had cataracts removed. Most say it is an easy, painless procedure and their results were good. My older brother had both eyes done, and one eye had a retinal tear (when younger he had a detached retina in that eye). After 6 months, he is completely fine. Another lady had problems with dry eyes for 4 months and is now fine. I will be having my first cataract removed in two weeks. I will have the standard monofocal lens and will wear progressive glasses afterwards. I like wearing glasses all the time, rather than having to have one ready for close reading.
@@judithdasta3969 Not exactly my experience. In spite of an anesthiologist present there was trauma and pain. Apart from a 'bluer' light, there was no improvement in vision. The worst thing is the drooping eyelid I acquired (they don't tell you about that) as well as my eyes not coordinating as well as before. I will never do the other eye. Too much a risk. I once had an opthamologist who told me never touch an eye with any surgery unless absolutely necessary. I should have listened. Yes, many come out fine, but not all. Oh yes, dry eye is now more of a problem.
Having my cataract surgery in 2days time so nervous
Cataract surgery, by laser, was the most incredible improvement in my life ever....
God Bless you! I just had two weeks ago cataract surgery and it was after kind of foggy but is geting better now. Thank you for the explanation.
Thanks for this! I'm going to tell my ophthalmologist that they need to give their patients a link to this video. You covered everything in enough detail that I feel way less anxious about the process now.
Thank You, Doctor MC, I am having cataract surgery on left eye on the 20th and the right eye on the 27th, I am now at ease after listening to your explanation.
Regards
God Bless
Brian Hammond
Cape Town
South Africa
Thank you Dr. Chua for your video. Everything you stated in your video is so very true. I just had my right eye done 2 days ago and your video re-forced some of the questions that was on my mind and also reiterated what I have already come to experience and know! Like you said in your video, Everyone is different. I for one did not, nor have I experienced any kind of pain to deter me from getting my other eye done next week. For the 1st 2 days the most I have experienced is the sensitivity to the sun light. I am very sensitive to the sun light to start with. Therefore in order to make it more comfortable for me, I wear my sunglasses, at all times, even in the house. I have notice that today the sensitivity to the sun has gotten better. I have not doubt that by tomorrow I won't need to wear my sun glasses inside as much. There is NOTHING to be afraid of. As long as you follow the instructions you are given to the "T", Take it easy as they suggest all should turn out well. Use eye drops as directed, sleep with the shield over your eye at night, rest a lot and anything else the Doctor suggests for you to do. Also make sure that your doctor does a lot of Cataract Surgeries , therefore knows what he is doing! If you are on the fence, talk to people, talk with your doctor, ask a lot of questions in order to get over your fears.. Even watch video's of the operation being done! Whatever it takes, for you only have ONE set of eye's..... ; ))
Thanks for your comment. I'm happy to hear about your wonderful experience with surgery. I agree, our eyes are very important!!
I’m glad you highlighted the importance of following your Surgeon’s protocol to a T as well as the eye drop regimen.
I want to also recommend that anyone having cataract surgery post vitrectomy that you might want to take a little more time than prescribed before going back to regular life.
For me, I felt pressure in my eye 14 days post surgery when lifting 50-60 pounds of our rental equipment. This scared me enough to extend my no lifting time to 21 days.
No regrets in having done this! Success! ~ Steve
Very informative. ! Thank you Dr Chua
Thank you for this very interesting and informative video! I'm going in this Wed for my procedure and i can hardly wait! My right eye has a very advanced cataract, so I'm hoping no complications arise.
For anyone who is afraid of this procedure, please don't worry. I had it done last year and it was so easy! It wasn't scary at all and it's so great to be able to see well again! I was really worried but it's an easy procedure and you won't hurt or feel a thing. It's over before you know it.
Glad you had a good result. It’s a fairly easy surgery but everyone is different anatomy, healing time, other diagnosis. To say not to worry, it’s not always about fear of surgery it’s more than that, maybe loss of vision like person in comment above yours 🤷♀️ Besides you said YOU were worried before the surgery and so can’t begrudge others for feeling the same way
youre going to go blind with cataracts anyway so what is the risk?@@seabreeze7378
When I did 1 eye 5 years ago, the next day I went back to the hospital to make an appointment for the other. Happy ever since. For info: I decided for a specialized eye hospital, not a general.
I just had cataract surgery done. It feels great to see again.
That’s great to hear. Enjoy your vision!
Excellent information easy to understand. Well done 👍
Thank you Dr. Chua for a comprehensive explanation and information about cataracts.
Outstanding video! Thank you, Doctor, for taking your time to make this most informative presentation for us all. Much appreciated.
I had a cataract removed in my right eye. I am now blind in that eye. My doctors tried 7 additional surgeries to try and save it. Be careful with your choices.
can you explain further about choices?
Wow
My father had the same result! He was told he was the 1/100,000 that had negative results. 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️😡😡😡
I am so sorry for your experience! ~ Steve
So sorry, scary
Very informative 👍👍👍
Thank you Dr. Chua🙏
Can the cons of monofocal lenses be corrected with contact lenses? I currently wear contacts that correct presbyopia and mild astigmatism (B&L Ultra Multifocal-Thoric). Would they work after surgery?
Doesn't hurt, takes 10min, wake up and see
Thats what's going on with me & I'm really nervous about how it'll go
What about lens replacement can the laser be used to accomplish this I was given a monofocal lens but after hearing what you said about a toriq lens and astigmatism that is what I should have had but I am constantly being told that it is too dangerous but I am hoping with the laser that maybe it can be done
I have two questions I’ve never seen discussed by anyone:
1. Eye really need glasses to see out of both eyes. After surgery I will have one eye close to normal and one still can’t see normal. How is my vision afterwards, in that how do I see when one eye is normal and the other is not normal. If I wear my glasses for my poor eyesight, I won’t be able to see out of the new eye. If I don’t wear glasses I will see out of the new eye, but the old eye will be blurry. How do you address this issue? Take one lens out of the glasses?
2. I drive a motorcycle. Even with a closed helmet with form fitting glasses I feel a stiff breeze on my eyes. Do I have to give up my transportation for awhile? If so, for how long?
I really like the explanation of everything.
Thank You so much explaining cataract surgery Dr. Micheal. I'm having surgery on my left eye in August and my right eye sometimes in October. I am sort nerves about getting this done.... I pray all goes well with this surgery.
Thank you in New Zealand and have cataract on both eyes having this done next week okay but needed to know My surgeon is giving me distance and near sighted vision lenses
Hi
I did cataract surgery 4 days ago on my left eye. Vision is great but my phone and computer are unclear/Blurry. I'm scared to do it on my right eye as my work is infront of a computer I can't do it if my livelihood will be impacted. Reading glasses didn't help. Can this be solved by different glasses or a different cataract surgery on the right eye? PLEASE help I'm scared.
Is there a spectacle available for persons suffering with RETINITIS PIGMENTOZA? Thank you.
Blind from Green Glaucoma. Can it be fixed with Eye Catarr operation or another operation? Nerve optimal damage. No vicion at all on left eye. Lost it 3-4 months ago. What can you do? If you can do anything. Just asking for information if anyone can reply. Would be nice.
I was just recently diagnosed with "severe cataracts" on both eyes at my annual eyeglass exam. NEVER been told this in my life. I have NONE of these symptoms. NONE. I doubted the diagnosis. I had two subsequent exams in the following weeks by independent eye doctors (one being the eye surgeon I was referred to) and BOTH told me I did not have any cataracts. WTH?? Why would an eye doctor tell me that??
I wish I lived in America and had money for this😢 I’m blind in my left eye due to glaucoma and have a cataract in my remaining eye, I can’t tell you how miserable life is now. Have a fantastic day and thank you for the video. James.
Don't say PLASTIC MATERIAL be SPECIFIC and say SILICONE because lots of people are ALLERGIC to SILICONE.
Your doctor needs to know about ALLERGIES weeks PRIOR to surgery day so they can be prepared and not kill or injure due to ANAPHYLAXIS or adverse reactions.
I had cataract surgery about 4 years ago and my vision is worse now than it was before the surgery. Before the surgery I was looking at everything through a fog. After my surgery I see everything in triple vision, and I'm almost totally blind when the sun is shining or there is more glare than usual (high UV levels, glare off snow, glare from rainy pavement, etc.). I'm almost totally unable to drive now because I had cataract surgery and when I have my eye exam I'm told I have nearly 20/20 vision but I still can't see. It's very frustrating!!!
I wasted 10000+hours and another 31 minutes of my time and no body talking about smoking or drinking ( alcohol ) before or after surgery also the prices
What do you do when the person is ALLERGIC TO SILICONE and that is what is normally used in cataract surgery.
Very informative and helpful info.Great job !very clear and fluent. Thank you for being so explicit, I am supposed to do cataract surgery soon.More knowledgeable now, thanks for the video.
I have 20/400 vision in my left eye! I’m not getting the surgery! My mother had cateracts for decades she did fine with corrective lenses! I would have to not see at all in that I to risk surgery! Period
Thank you so much for this guidance Dr Chua. It has been 10 days since my cataract surgery. I want to go out and play golf where there may be bright sun. Are transitional lenses OK to use for proper protection of my eye?
the best and total explanation I have ever seen in any video, I just had my first surgery and know what to expect and be aware of. Thank you for this info.
Why do surgeons use amnesiac drugs, like verset for surgery? What do they not want the patience to see? If they want you to relax give Valium. Thank you
I had regular cataract surgery in my right eye back in 2002 and my vision in the right eye has always been very blurred since the surgery, my right eye is pretty much useless when it comes to vision as I can't make out any details with my left eye closed. Is it possible to redo or correct the surgery as there's better technology these days? I live in West Africa and don't have the best access to eye doctors.
7.6.23 Excellent video. Thank you for making it.
I had a cataract surgery two years AGI.but after the surgery i had another problem with floaters after the surgery.i am satisfied with the surgery.before that i had 2 retina detachment surgery.
I need cataract surgery. I found out when I was getting my eyes checked.i had lost my glasses. 18:29 that's me without glasses.a I'm a avid reader and couldn't understand why it was not clear ❤❤