POC and laser surgery

[strollingbones]

I had noticed my eyesight failing, harder to read, halos around lights driving at night...so yesterday I go to my regular eye doctor..she is a pediatric specialist long story but she has been my eye doctor for over a decade or more...more eye issues...


Scar tissue formation, specifically posterior capsule opacification (PCO), is a common complication after cataract surgery, causing blurry vision and other visual disturbances. PCO happens when the lens capsule, the membrane that held the natural lens, becomes cloudy. While not a true scar, it's often referred to as a "secondary cataract" or "scar tissue". [1, 2, 3]
Symptoms of PCO: [2]

• Cloudy, blurred, or fuzzy vision.
• Glare or haloes around lights.
• Light sensitivity.
• Difficulty reading.
• May make it seem like the cataract has returned. [2, 4]

Treatment: [1, 5]

• YAG Laser Capsulotomy: This is a simple and effective laser procedure that creates an opening in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restoring clear vision. It's typically performed in the office, is painless, and requires no anesthesia other than eye drops. [1, 5]

Important Considerations: [1, 6, 7]

• PCO can develop weeks, months, or even years after cataract surgery. [1, 6, 7, 8, 9]
• It's a relatively common complication, affecting up to 70% of patients. [6]
• While a YAG laser capsulotomy is usually effective, the capsule can sometimes become cloudy again, potentially requiring another procedure. [10]
• If you've had cataract surgery and experience blurry vision, glare, or other visual disturbances, it's important to consult with your eye doctor to determine if you have PCO and discuss treatment options. [11, 12]

In essence, PCO is a common, treatable complication of cataract surgery that involves scar tissue formation in the lens capsule, causing blurry vision. A YAG laser capsulotomy is the standard treatment to restore clear vision. [1, 4, 5, 8, 9]

My only choice is more eye surgery...I see my retina guy in may so I am interested to see what he says...its not surgery its just laser shit but I am so over this..

anyone has this condition?

 

[Lisa558]

I’ve had YAG surgery in both eyes. It was quick, painless, and effective.

I’d barely classify it as surgery. Now….reattaching a detached retina? THAT was surgery!

 

[strollingbones]

I’ve had YAG surgery in both eyes. It was quick, painless, and effective.

I’d barely classify it as surgery. Now….reattaching a detached retina? THAT was surgery!

yes I am told it is really nothing to worry about..I am a whimp..I am just tired of it..and its not surgery really...eye drops and eyes pried open..and the lasher...I am thankfully this can even be done...I know I don't sound it..

I cant even watch the YouTube on detached retina I hope you are doing much better

 

[Lisa558]

yes I am told it is really nothing to worry about..I am a whimp..I am just tired of it..and its not surgery really...eye drops and eyes pried open..and the lasher...I am thankfully this can even be done...I know I don't sound it..

I cant even watch the YouTube on detached retina I hope you are doing much better

Yes, thank Gd the reattachment was successful.

And you want to hear how brave I was? They usually do it under general anesthesia, but I throw up after general and I didn’t want to “undo” all the surgeon’s work. So I went with twilight and was awake through the entire thing!

Go for the YAG. It’s a piece of cake and only takes a minute.