Cataract Surgery Anyone? (Page 5): I had the surgery in both eyes a year apart. Distance in my dominant eye and close up in my other eye. Works great. Same problem with photography as...

Lowrider Loc: Kennesaw, GA

I had the surgery in both eyes a year apart. Distance in my dominant eye and close up in my other eye. Works great. Same problem with photography as shooting a gun. One eye and you can see the sights, the other eye and you can see the target. I had small cataracts and didn't have to have it but I am glad I did. I have worn glasses or contacts for over 50 years and now I don't need either for distance or up close. I also had astigmatism corrected at an optional costs I paid out of pocket. As for expert medical advice, you will get that anyway. What you are asking is how it worked out for us POST surgery. I think asking people is a valid idea. Everybody is different so as long as you realize your results might not be the same then so what.

berchman Loc: South Central PA

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

I opted for distance. I can see all the settings in the viewfinder of the Fuji X-T2. However, multifocal lenses are available in cataract surgery.
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jackpinoh Loc: Kettering, OH 45419

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

When I had cataract surgery, I paid extra for lenses that allow me to focus both near and far with both eyes. But you should be able to adjust the focus in your viewfinder in any case. You might want to consult your manual and find out how much focus change is available and discuss that with your doctor. It may be that you can improve your far vision and still be able to adjust your viewfinder for sharp focus.

Tet68survivor Loc: Pomfret Center CT

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

Just had it done 2pm yesterday, piece of cake! Laser is the way to go. On my way to DR now to have patch removed and start eye drop regiment. Since my insurance won't pay for no focal lens, I will just need "cheaters" from the dollar store to read. No pain, you are awake during surgery, everything is "frozen" again NO PAIN. Other eye in two weeks. Good luck!

Almost forgot, "ADJUST YOUR DIOPTIC ON YOUR CAMERA TO YOUR "NEW EYES"!

Tet68survivor Loc: Pomfret Center CT

Just an added note, the Doc and I hit it off great, he us a big game long shot Hunter, (I don't hunt) but I do Competition Long Range shooting( up to 1000 meters)! So I got the "LONG RANGE EYES" and cheaters at the Dollar Store to read.

StanRP Loc: Ontario Canada

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

If you drive a vehicle - then distance is more important. Glasses will always restrict part of your view - plus if you lose or break them you may not be able to drive. While using the camera, most DSLR cameras can adjust the viewfinder enough and have an added diopter lens if needed. If you know where the camera buttons are - you can see the settings in the viewfinder.

dcma2005 Loc: Waterbury, Connecticut

willmscr wrote:

When I had mine done, I had both eyes done. One w... (show quote)

Have you seen an retinal specialist about your detached retina? The reason I ask is that I had a detached retina about 4 and 1/2 years ago. I had the surgery almost immediately after diagnosis and the results have been remarkable in my opinion. My vision in the impacted eye has returned to pre-condition levels. I was extremely lucky and I am eternally grateful to my retinal specialist for helping me. It was a very scary time.

After the retinal surgery, I then had to have cataract surgery on the same eye 6 months later. Everything worked out well there also. I also have a cataract in the other eye which will have to be taken care of in the not too distant future.

Good luck.

Bill_de Loc: US

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

It's not just the menus. When looking through an optical viewfinder you are focusing on a perceived distance of somewhere around 12 inches, not the subject distance. Your camera manual should tell you in the specs. I have no idea about EVF, but again, the manual should tell you.

That doesn't mean I am suggesting a preference for your surgery. My doctor told me that while I'm not ready yet, the time is coming. So, I'll be watching this thread.

Good Luck.

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DLM Loc: Callawassie Island, SC

I, too, have had cataract surgery. I chose to have Restor lenses implanted. They are the best of both worlds. I can now read the phone book without glasses and can also see in the distance perfectly. I used to have "readers" everywhere ... but, no more :) I can see the buttons on my camera and view my distant photography subjects, too, and all w/o the annoying accommodation issues that you are probably experiencing now. If I am reading close up I can read something in the distance just as quickly w/o waiting for my eyes to "adjust" as they did prior to the surgery.

wmurnahan Loc: Bloomington IN

rando wrote:

I've been told I need cataract surgery. My doc asked if I wanted to improve distance or near vision. I told him I was a photographer so my initial response was distance vision. But then I thought about all the menus and buttons on the camera that would near close-up vision. My goal would be to not have use glasses at all when out shooting. How did other UHH handle this quagmire?

Since I have astigmatism also, I was not going to get away from glasses unless I wanted to pay the entire cost and upgrade to the the more expensive premium lenses. I have known a woman that got a distance lens in one eye and a reading lenses in the other.

Teutsad Loc: Inverness, Fl

I am one of the unlucky few who his Doctor admitted afterwards that my surgery was botched in my dominant eye due to contamination and there is nothing that can be done about it to correct it. The glare is awful especially at night. I regret not getting a 2nd opinion and assuming the surgery was routine. It is rediculous to have to wear sunglasses at night because the glare is so bad. My Doctor displayed his resume’ in the lobby. That should have been my first clue something was not right. Had I treated this like open heart surgery or back surgery to correct scoliosis, I for sure would have gotten a 2nd opinion and done my home work far more carefully.

littlebear76

I had both eyes done at the same time in 2016 and am a professional photographer also. Both eyes were adjusted for far-sightedness whereby I can see 20/15. You can adjust most cameras to be able to see the data and menus clearly without needing reading glasses.

Medoitham Loc: Haslet, Texas

I had both eyes done this spring and opted for the multi focal lens. I can see near, far and everything in between. Medicare doesn't help with the extra expense, but it was well worth it. Regardless of your choice, you will enjoy the "new" colors of the world.

BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan

I wasn't given a choice. My far vision improved, as did my near vision. My other eye is farsighted, no surgery yet but I'm sure it'll happen in the next few years. It'd be nice if surgery corrected that imbalance, but probably won't. Sis had cataracts in both eyes, used to need very strong glasses and ended up with 20/30 vision in both, only needs reading glasses sometimes.

mudduck

I work for Alcon Labs and we've been working with Google on a IOL with a chip in it, don't know the progress, what its supposed to do or even if its available, but IOL surgery has been around a while and works great for what I've heard.