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Can you join the military with a cataract?
Army: Cataracts are considered disqualifying in AR 40-501 Standards of Medical Fitness.
What happens if you only have a cataract in one eye?
While recovery and vision expectations will vary based on what type of lens you receive, most patients experience a temporary blurriness after getting cataract surgery in one or both eyes as their eyes recover and adjust to their new lenses.
Can cataracts damage the eye?
Cataracts are unique in the way that they cause vision loss. They do not cause any sort of damage to your eye, although they may develop from an eye injury. Cataracts are clumps of protein that form inside the lens of your eye.
Can I have cataract surgery if I don’t have cataracts?
For nearsightedness, with or without cataracts If you have cataracts and you are nearsighted, you may be able to have cataract surgery and get an IOL to help treat both issues. The chance of having retinal detachment after the surgery is higher than if you were not nearsighted, though.
What happens if you don’t have cataract surgery?
If left untreated, cataracts will eventually cause total blindness. The good news is that cataracts can be easily treated. The primary treatment for cataracts is surgery to remove and replace the cloudy lens. Cataract surgery is a simple procedure that typically takes just about 15 minutes to complete.
Should I get cataract surgery if my vision is getting worse?
If you notice your vision is getting worse prior to your next regularly scheduled eye exam, don’t wait — see your eye doctor and have your vision checked. If you’re tempted to put off your cataract surgery, discuss it with your eye doctor.
How can cataracts affect your driving?
Driving can be affected — which could be dangerous — and so can overall quality of life. Many people become legally blind from untreated cataracts, and cataracts can even cause total blindness if left untreated for long periods.
Can untreated cataracts become hyper-mature?
Untreated cataracts can become “hyper-mature” — a condition that makes them more difficult to remove and more likely to cause cataract surgery complications. Generally, for better outcomes, cataract surgery should be performed soon after vision problems develop rather than waiting many months or years.
How can I improve my night driving vision with cataracts?
Also, applying anti-reflective coating to your eyeglasses may provide a noticeable improvement in your night driving vision if you have mild cataracts. If you aren’t sure if your cataract is bad enough to have surgery or if Medicare will pay for it, consult with your eye doctor or cataract surgeon.