{"id":6,"date":"2019-09-18T21:01:30","date_gmt":"2019-09-18T21:01:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lotusvision.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2025-11-25T20:10:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T20:10:23","slug":"is-cataract-surgery-necessary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lotusvision.com\/blog\/is-cataract-surgery-necessary\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Cataract Surgery Necessary?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cataracts can cause blurred vision and badly impaired sight. No medication or non-invasive procedure is available to successfully treat cataracts \u2013 no matter what wild claims you may read online! To date, surgery is the only known way to remove cataracts<\/a> and restore clear, sharp vision.<\/p>\n

When the lens within the eye structure thickens, it is termed \u201ca cataract.\u201d When the condition is in the early stages, it may not be troublesome or even noticed. As it progresses, it worsens, and at that point, surgery should be performed. If left to progress, the thickness of the lens can lead to inflammation or even blindness.<\/p>\n

What are the benefits of cataract surgery?<\/h2>\n

Clear, sharp vision<\/strong><\/b>: the number one benefit of cataract surgery is clearer vision. Within several days of the surgery, your vision clears. Colors will look brighter, and objects will begin to look crisp.<\/p>\n

Increased quality of life<\/strong><\/b>: Cataracts can prevent you from enjoying everyday activities that many take for granted, such as reading or driving. The ability to drive, read, enjoy movies, TV, and see your family and friends clearly will greatly increase your quality of life.<\/p>\n

Decreased risk of injury<\/strong><\/b>: aging brings with it the increased likelihood of injury from falls. The older we get, the more likely a fall could cause serious injuries. Vision loss increases the chances of being injured in a serious fall. Undergoing cataract surgery can markedly decrease the risk of sustaining a hip fracture \u2013 one of the most common injuries affecting older people. Why not have clear vision so you can avoid that curb, rug, or pothole?<\/p>\n

Longer life<\/strong><\/b>: In a\u00a0study<\/a>\u00a0carried out by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, cataract surgery was associated with increased survival of older individuals, and there was a startling 40 percent reduction in mortality for those that had had cataract surgery over those who had not.<\/p>\n

How quickly do cataracts progress?<\/h2>\n

Your ophthalmologist will determine whether or not you have cataracts that are fast-developing. Your eye health and condition of the lens are diagnosed with specific tests and eye exams. The following tests will help your ophthalmologist to understand the rate of progression of your cataracts:<\/p>\n