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… of when IOLs may be used. To replace a lens after cataract surgery Surgery for … implant (IOL). Or you may wear eyeglasses or contact lenses to compensate for the missing … must work more independently. This can cause problems with depth perception. You may have …
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… may also improve vision in infants who have cataracts. Both phacoemulsification cataract … (FLACS) work about equally well for treating cataracts in adults. FLACS may not be … may choose FLACS. People who have surgery for cataracts usually have: Improved vision. …
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… Condition Basics What are cataracts? Cataracts are a painless, cloudy area in the … to the brain about what the eye sees. Because cataracts block this light, they can cause …
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… this is very rare. What should I do if I have cataracts in both eyes? For adults, the reason … is a good option for you. Related Information Cataracts Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implants … this is very rare. What should I do if I have cataracts in both eyes? For adults, the reason …
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… or contacts to correct nearsightedness , farsightedness , or astigmatism , you'll need … tested. Related Information Contact Lenses Farsightedness (Hyperopia) Healthy Aging … or contacts to correct nearsightedness , farsightedness , or astigmatism , you'll need …
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… Retinopexy for Retinal Detachment Posterior Vitreous Detachment Presbyopia Pressure … Retinopexy for Retinal Detachment Posterior Vitreous Detachment Presbyopia Pressure …
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… Surgery Overview Corneal ring implants are clear pieces of plastic that can … the front of the eye called the cornea . The implants flatten the cornea and reduce nearsightedness . The implants are shaped like crescents or …
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… Overview Keeping contacts clean and safe The following tips can help you keep your contacts clean and safe, which will help keep … Do not apply hand lotion before handling your contacts. Use the lens care system your eye …
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… It is the most serious complication of contact lens wear and can cause blindness. … the least frequent complications of wearing contacts. But it is much more common in people … of keratitis that is increasingly seen in contact lens wearers, especially those with …
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… oxygen. It is the most common complication of contact lens wear, especially extended-wear … tears and directly from the atmosphere. A contact lens reduces the oxygen supply to the cornea, making the cornea swell. Wearing contacts overnight further decreases the …
