He said that aging is the biggest risk factor for cataracts, and long-term exposure to ultraviolet rays can also induce cataracts. Not only cataracts, but also ultraviolet rays can damage the macula of the eyes. Therefore, even after cataract surgery, you should wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight.
There are many reasons behind premature aging of cataract. According to Dr. He, ultraviolet rays can cause oxidation, leading to protein degeneration of the lens. After a long time, the lens will turn yellow and white, and the transmittance will be weakened, which will naturally affect vision and vision. Among the types of cataracts, senile cataracts are the most common, and other drugs such as high myopia, diabetes, smoking, alcoholism, iritis and improper use of steroids may make cataracts appear in advance.
Cataracts tend to be younger. Because modern people often use 3C products, there are more and more patients with high myopia, and even cataracts tend to be younger. Dr. He Hui Yuan pointed out that in the past, most people who underwent cataract surgery were elderly people over 50 and 60 years old, and now they will see some cases of 30 and 40 years old, some of which were caused by trauma, so it is very important to protect glasses.
The success rate of cataract surgery is 95%. Regarding the treatment of cataract, Dr. He said that at present, phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation are mostly used in cataract surgery, with a success rate of 95% and a wound of less than 0.3 cm. As long as local anesthesia is used, the recovery period is also shortened.
In addition, the choice of intraocular lens is also diversified. Paying for spherical intraocular lens by health insurance can effectively improve general vision, but it will reduce visual quality due to spherical deviation, especially affecting night driving. In addition, there are various self-funded aspherical intraocular lenses to choose from. Some IOLs can filter blue light to prevent the damage of blue light to retina, while others can improve astigmatism at the same time. Multifocal intraocular lens can reduce the dependence on reading glasses. People can discuss with doctors and choose the appropriate intraocular lens according to their different needs.
After cataract surgery, eyes still need sun protection! Dr. He also reminded people that after cataract surgery, they should try to avoid infection. Usually, they should also use sunglasses to protect their eyes. Don't hold your breath and lift heavy objects forcibly for the time being after operation, and avoid sandstorms from entering your eyes. Taking medicine according to the doctor's advice can effectively reduce the risk of related complications.
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