Hancock Health has partnered with Whitewater Eye Centers to bring outpatient cataract surgery to the Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield.
For most of us, cataracts are just a natural part of the aging process. If we live long enough, most of us will eventually develop cataracts.
Certain conditions and medicines may cause or accelerate cataracts as well. Eye trauma, diabetes, and genetics may cause cataracts to form at younger ages. For diabetic patients, it is important to keep their blood sugar under good control to avoid accelerating the development of cataracts. Steroids (Prednisone/cortisone) that patients might take for asthma, arthritis, or autoimmune diseases can also cause a particular type of cataract to form sooner in some people.
How do you know if you have cataracts in your eyes?
- Blurry vision: Vision may be cloudy, dim, or misty. It can also look foggy.
- Light sensitivity: Lights may seem too bright, and you may need more light to read. You may also experience glare, such as a hazy halo around headlights.
- Faded colors: Colors may appear faded or yellowed.
- Frequent prescription changes: You may need to change your eyeglass or contact lens prescription often.
- Poor night vision: You may have difficulty seeing at night especially in rain.
- Doctor visit: You have been told by your primary care doctor that you may have cataracts.
How safe is cataract surgery?
More than 2 million people have cataract surgery each year in the United States. Thanks to advances in surgical procedures and technology, cataract surgery is not only is one of the most commonly performed procedures, it is also one of the safest.
Whitewater Eye Center’s experienced surgeons, Dr. Eric Scripture and Dr. Molly Scripture, are able to perform quick and painless cataract surgery as an outpatient procedure under very light anesthesia at Hancock Regional Hospital. Most surgeries only last a few minutes and you can be ready to go home in only a few hours.
Don’t wait until the signs of cataracts to become severe, start your journey today to eliminate the bothersome symptoms and get back to enjoying clearer vision.
Will I be able to see clearly after cataract surgery?
Most people see better 1 to 3 days after surgery. However, it could take 3 to 10 weeks to get the full benefits of surgery and to see as clearly as possible.
Since the implanted lens is designed specifically to your prescription, most patients find that they no longer need glasses for distance vision.
And with the optional Multifocal lens implants, patients can reduce, or in some cases, completely eliminate the need to wear glasses or contacts!
Take the next step toward a future with reduced reliance on glasses and contacts by scheduling a cataract evaluation today.
For questions about cataracts or cataract surgery or to schedule an exam at Whitewater Eye Center in Greenfield located at 400 W. Green Meadows Dr. Suite #108, please call 866-788-0001.
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