Aug
22
2010
I need cataract surgery in one eye and pressure possible glaucoma. Should I have cataracts removed first?
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Question by gerbera: I need cataract surgery in one eye and pressure possible glaucoma. Should I have cataracts removed first?
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Answer by patriot_f16
One of the post cataract surgery complication is glaucoma. You need to know the type of cataract surgery that you are going to have (phaco or complete removal of the lens). And try to look for the best ophthalmologist around to have least complication
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August 22nd, 2010 at 4:39 am
My grandmother had both of those surgeries at the same time. Only your eye doctor can tell you which to do first or if you can do them at the same time. It depends on the overall health of your eye and how much pressure reduction you need for your glaucoma.
August 22nd, 2010 at 5:04 am
Cataract surgery can sometimes result in lower intraocular pressures, even if it isn’t paired with glaucoma surgery. The overall reduction in pressure is usually not that large, however, and if your glaucoma is advanced, your doctor may choose to perform a combined cataract-glaucoma surgery. There are plusses and minuses to either approach. Be sure to ask your doctor what he or she recommends for you, and why.