I will admit that never in my life did I think I’d write that having cataract surgery would make me happy, but that was before the sight in my left eye went from not-so-good to really terrible. I initially was afraid that the eye condition I have called Keratoconus was going from bad to worse, which could require a corneal implant. Clearly, I didn’t want that to be the case. So, when the optometrist told me that the obscured vision in my left eye was due to cataracts, I felt a small surge of relief mixed with joy. He also mentioned I had two small cataracts in my right eye. This means that I am now a candidate for cataract surgery in both eyes, giving me the chance to significantly improve my vision in the near future. Hallelujah!
I know that with age comes a certain number of health issues that have the option for correction. I have been wearing hearing aids for several years now after my family grew tired of my incessant “What?” I am grateful that there is a device that helps with all the straining to pick up the endings of words or words spoken in a hushed tone. I still say “Huh?” more times than my family would like (mainly because I probably need a hearing aid upgrade), but at least I’m not simply sitting there missing whole swaths of conversation due to a hereditary predisposition for moderate hearing loss. That makes life a whole lot better than it might have been without these wonderful inventions. I feel lucky to be born at a time when correction is an option.
That is also how I feel about my sight in general and this cataract surgery in particular. I will even have the option (I think) of having corrective lenses inserted inside my eye so I have less of a need for glasses. I will know more about that after I’ve had my appointment in mid-December with the surgeon. Whatever the case, I should be able to see much more clearly and I’m delighted about that.
I am aware this is a common surgery for people of a certain age. If you’ve had cataract surgery, please share your experience with me. I am eager to learn more. In the meantime, I’ll enjoy the thought of viewing life with unclouded lenses. That possibility does indeed make me very happy.
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I had cataract surgery several years ago, Len. Easy, quick, no pain and such a difference, as though someone turned the lights on. Have also had two corneal transplants because of Fuchs Dystrophy. Even they weren’t that bad. As you said, we’re so fortunate to have these helps available to us. May yours go beautifully!
Thank you! I appreciate that word on the corneal transplants as well. That has had me worried! Good to know yours went so well.
Don’t worry for second about the cataract surgery. I’ve had it performed on both eyes. What a wonder time we live in. Although science and medicine help with our aging, it is still challenging. As Zig said, ” It’a not what happens to you, but how you react to it.” That and the teachings of Buddha make aging a bit for tolerable for me.
Wonderful! Thanks, Parker. Yes, you’d love our Buddha garden. I love the teachings of Buddha too, also Zig Ziglar. We are, as usual, on the same page. Hugs to you.
Hi Len, I have had cataract surgery in both my eyes several years ago. My distance vision is great now after wearing glasses since I was 12. The only hassle is that I need reading glasses to see things closeup. I keep several pairs around the house in case I set one down …my husband is probably tired of me saying “Where did I put my glasses?” multiple times a day…One thing I remember after one surgery (surgeries done at different times) was seeing great after the surgery and then a few days later the vision blurred a bit…due to a bit of swelling post surgery…but the doctor got me on some eye drop meds that cleared that up. Best to you when you have yours done!
Thank you, Betty. Now they can put a near lens and a far one, one in each eye. But I’d be happy with just reading glasses at this point!
Hi Len, I had cataract surgery on both eyes, a week apart, in March this year. I was fearful but all for naught. The procedure was very straight forward and today I only need glasses for reading.
Good luck, Reece
Thanks, Reece! Glad to hear all that news. I will put my fears to rest. Big hugs to you.
Aren’t we lucky to live
Yes, we are! Hugs to you.