Has had the cataract lens transplant surgery? My eyes get measured today, and the right eye gets done next Wednesday. The left of course follows. The Opthomologist will only do one eye at a time. What can I expect? moderator's note: added a more descriptive title to topic
VERY expensive eyedrops! My dad had his done a few weeks ago and the rx was outrageous, but he was able to see the clock on the wall at noon, the mailbox 200' down the driveway by late afternoon and the trees off on the distance by evening. He was apprehensive to have it done, but really had no choice if he wanted to see any better and was amazed at the improved eyesight. I sincerely hope it goes very well and you recover as quickly as expected.
A dear friend had both eyes done recently, and our minister had cataract surgery six years ago. My friend Anna took a little longer to recover than she expected, but can see very, very well now. She quilts, and was so thrilled to be able to see well enough to make her usual tiny stitches. Our minister said he was amazed at the difference it made--he hadn't realized how much his vision had deteriorated until after the surgery, when he regained almost 20/20 sight. Expensive eyedrops and perhaps wearing sunglasses when outside or under bright lights for a week after the surgery, according to their experiences. I sincerely hope your surgery goes quickly and well, and that you will soon be as sharp-eyed as you are sharp-witted!
I had mine done 2 1/2 years ago. Didn't notice much difference after the first one, but after the second, WOW what a difference. I couldn't beleive how much brighter the colors were! I was on Medicare and Tricare for life and it didn't cost me anything. The Tricare is from my Navy service and picks up what Medicare dosn't.
Customer said she wishes she had it done sooner.But did wear wrap around sun-glasses. And pulled the blinds for a weeks. Had one done at a time
My husband had both eyes done, 2 weeks apart a few years ago. Our health plan covered the 2 different types of drops. He couldn't believe how well he could see when it was all done and he hasn't had to wear glasses since!
I had cataracts removed about ten years ago. It went well and I could see well after. I don't need glasses except for close work or reading. I do wear bifocals because I do a lot of both. Medicare and our supplement paid for everything. wannabe
I had both eyes done in April. (Two weeks apart) After the second eye was done, it was amazing the difference it made. I remember thinking how bright the things that were white were. Don
I had my eyes done back in Dec 04, and Jan 05. For the most part it was easy and not as unpleasant as I expected. Thankfully, my insurance paid for the drops, and 80% of my surgery. The Lions club paid the rest since my job did not pay enough for me to pay the 20%. If you have financial difficulties check with your doctor, or online for help in paying for the surgery as it is very costly. There are numerous groups who will help with eye surgery for those in need. I did have to be put under for the 2d eye, as the drops wore off too soon. I had some problems with the anesthesia, but I am fine, my eyes are fine, and my distance vision is great. I have trifocals for close up and medium distances. I dont wear my glasses for anything else. They put an IV in your arm beforehand just in case they need to put you under. It happened so fast. I hollered OW and began to lift my arm to my eye, and the assistant had my arm before it got there and put me out immediately. Otherwise, you are likely awake for the surgery. It is very quick. Diabetic patients are first in line because they need to eat as soon as possible. My eye was sore for a few days, and you will need several kinds of drops for your eyes for up to two weeks perhaps. I had dark glasses and an eye patch to wear at night. That is to keep you from scratching at your sore eye in your sleep. I had to take a week off of work for each eye because I did heavy work at the time. They claim to have "light duty" at the place I worked, however, that is misleading. You still have to do ALL your regular work. So I had my doc RX a week off for each surgery. I had vacation time due me, so I used that. A few years later, I had to have scar tissue removed from the one eye, that was done with laser and was even easier. You and your eyes should be fine. Mine were fully past ready for surgery by the time they were DX'd. They also give you a card for each eye to carry in your wallet. It states that you have lens implants and the tech details on them.
My husband & I had ours done at the end of last year. Actually I only had 1 of mine done.I didn't care for it because I get panicy & I had an IV in but they didn't put a med in until I got really squirmy. Soon as I got med I settled right down .Hubby breezed through. They didn't even bother with IV for the second 1. No pain during or after.Never cost either of us a dime.They gave us samples of the meds.Very important to follow instructions. They go over every detail with you before you go in. We have no complaints on our health care here.A nurse called & checked on us when we were home for awhile. I'm happy I no longer need thick lenses.No glasses restriction on my driver's license. Unfortunately for me after the cataract was removed they discovered I have beginning Macular Degeneration.My sight is very good,though. sNs
