If vision is unaffected or only slightly affected by a cataract, no treatment is necessary. Cataracts cannot be cured by any type of medication, eye exercise, alternative therapy, diet or glasses. Surgery is the only way to remove a cataract.
Before making any decision about treatment, your opthalmologist will need to assess your eyes and general health. He or she will:
- carefully examine the external and internal structures of both eyes.
- assess your vision with modern tests that determine how much vision has been affected.
- determine whether the cataract can be removed safely and successfully.
- determine whether any other eye conditions or diseases are present and need treatment.
After this thorough examination, your opthalmologist will discuss the diagnosis with you and recommend the best treatment. Your decision to have a cataract removed should be made only after talking with your opthalmologist.
Your Full Medical History
Your opthalmologist needs to know your complete medical history to plan the best possible treatment. Fully disclose all health problems, symptoms and medical risks you have or may have had. This information is always confidential.
Some health problems may interfere with surgery, anaesthesia and care after surgery. Tell your ophthalmologist if you:
- have ever had an allergy or bad reaction to antibiotics, sedatives, anaesthetic drugs or any other medicine, including aspirin.
- bleed heavily when you are injured or have surgery.
- have any blood disorder, such as haemophilia.
Medicines: Provide a list of all medicines you are taking now or have been taking. These include over-the-counter medicines such as aspirin, cough medicines, and so on. Seek your ophthalmologist's advice about stopping aspirin therapy.
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