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I am 60 years young and was diagnosed in May of 2008. I need cataract surgery on my left eye. Has anyone had complications with the surgery? I have SPMS. Thank you for any response!

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AngieRowe

I have MS and had cataract surgery last year and have had no problems. Good luck

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falalalala

My friend recently had that surgery and is doing great! :)

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Kenu

Have had several surgeries with no problems 👍🙏😉😊 Ken 🐾🐾

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anaishunter

awestinsmom I'm 53 and had cataract surgery on my left eye in 2015 at 50. Best thing ever as it allows me to not have to wear glasses any more (got the left eye set for long distance which is unusual).

I will see the surgeon in 3 weeks to schedule the right eye surgery which I will set to short distance.

It was quick, painless, and recovery is fast. Day after you go back to the surgeon to remove the pad. And they ask that for 5 days you avoid dusty environments. Some eye drops to use before and after surgery.

4 years later and I don't even think about it.

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greaterexp

Everyone I know who has had that has been tickled pink with the results. I'm sure you'll do well and will be amazed at the improvement in your vision. Let us know how it went.

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twooldcrows

i am 67 and i need to have the surgery on the left eye also...there just trying to fix some other problems i am having with the same eye ..can't wait to be able to see better ...i have known of several people that have had it done and just love it to see so much better and no more glasses...

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rjoneslaw

good luck

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pamgarner

they are so good at cataract surgery now.My eye dr says everyone over 60 ,just about, has the start of those boogers.

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IFwczs

Cataract surgery is a standard procedure. I had it in my 20s with no issues.

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Papamichael

I have PPMS and had cataract surgery on both eyes at 71 with absolutely NO problems. It’s a relatively simple and totally painless procedure.

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SalMac1127

I have rrms and had both my eyes done. No problems, although I was scared but no need to be. Best of luck to you.

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Bodega1939

I, too, have SPMS and had cataract surgery. NO problems and much better vision...sort of miraculous! Wonderful to be able to see clearly again.

I did follow their post op directions exactly, however. The directions were very clear. Everyone was very happy when they saw the results. I must have been the most pleased!!!

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lbenmaor

I had it a long time ago. It certainly has helped my vision.

Best Wishes,

Leslie

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4fishylady

Had both eyes done 5 years ago. Could not believe the difference in colors afterwards! My goodness! My clothes were much brighter and more colorful than I had thought! Amazing what a difference a day makes after cataract surgery! Go for it girl!

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kycmary

I think you'll do great I've known several people who had cataract surgery they did great & I'll be praying for you too. Mary

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awestinsmom

Thanks everyone who answered my question on cataract surgery. I now can’t wait to have it done! I’ll let you know how it went.

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