Eyes Articles A-Z

Cataract Prevention

It is not possible to cure a cataract. Prevention of cataracts, however, is possible. This eMedTV segment discusses prevention strategies (such as having regular eye exams and quitting smoking) that may prevent or slow the development of a cataract.

Cataract Questions

If you've been diagnosed with a cataract, questions of all sorts may come to mind. In addition, this eMedTV article provides a list of cataract questions about diagnosis, tests, and treatment options that you can ask your doctor.

Cataract Research

Cataract research is being conducted to study the effectiveness of using drugs to control cataracts. This eMedTV article discusses other research now under way to find better ways to detect, treat, and possibly prevent cataracts.

Cataract Surgery

If you have a cataract, surgery may be recommended to remove it. This eMedTV resource explains how this type of surgery is used to treat cataracts and discusses what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.

Cataract Surgery

This interactive video explains in detail how a cataract surgery is performed.

Cataract Surgery - Presentation Summary

This video clip discusses the effectiveness, benefits, and risks of cataract surgery.

Cataract Surgery Complications

In the case of cataract surgery, complications may include double vision, droopy eyelid, and infection. This eMedTV article identifies minor and major problems that may occur with cataract surgery, which can also include bleeding and swelling.

Cataract Surgery Info

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Allergic Reaction to Medication

This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Bleeding

This video clip discusses the risk of bleeding occurring with this procedure.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Double Vision or Drooping Eyelid

This video file explains why double vision or drooping eyelid may occur after surgery.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Final Thoughts

This clip gives some final thoughts regarding possible complications with cataract surgery.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Implanted Lens Displacement

This multimedia clip explains how the implanted lens can become displaced after surgery.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Increased Eye Pressure

This video explains why you may experience increased eye pressure after cataract surgery

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Infection

This video discusses the likelihood of developing infections after cataract surgery.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Inflammation

This video clip covers various causes of eye inflammation and describes treatment options.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Perforation of the Eye

This clip discusses the risk of eye perforation and explains what treatments are often used.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Retinal Detachment

This clip explains how rare retinal detachment is and lists treatments that are available.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Secondary Cataract

This multimedia clip describes the treatments available if a secondary cataract develops.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Swollen Cornea

This clip explains what corneal edema is and describes the treatments that are available.

Cataract Surgery Risks -- Wound Leak

This video clip explains what to do if your wound leaks after eye surgery.

Cataract Symptoms

Blurry vision, increased sensitivity to light, and poor night vision are common cataract symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses these and other signs and symptoms, such as double vision and frequent prescription changes in eyeglasses or contacts.