The best time of the year for cataract surgery differs for each patient. The timing for cataract removal may depend on whether you have seasonal allergies, the severity of your symptoms, and cataract progression. Cataracts can significantly affect your quality of life with blurred vision and challenges reading and driving. However, you don't need to wait until the cataract causes severe vision loss. Many patients have cataract surgery sooner to avoid worsening symptoms and to have the procedure when it works best with their schedule. The New Year is a great time to consider cataract surgery in Lakewood, NJ, at InVision Eyecare Specialists.
Cataract surgery in winter helps you avoid additional eye discomfort caused by eye allergies, such as redness, excessive tearing, and itching. These allergy symptoms can interfere with healing and worsen the discomfort after cataract surgery. Most people with pollen allergies experience symptom relief when the weather turns cold. However, people with indoor allergies to mold or dust mites may experience more symptoms during winter.
Seasonal pollen allergies make some cataract patients hesitant to schedule their procedure during allergy season. The absence of pollen-related eye irritation makes for a more comfortable recovery after cataract surgery. The lack of allergy symptoms makes it easier to follow care instructions and minimize the risk of complications. Generally, wintertime or the New Year offers a lower risk of allergy flares and is an excellent time to schedule cataract removal if you have seasonal allergies.
Some patients may prefer to schedule their cataract surgery in January when their schedule is lighter and they have more flexibility with family members around to provide support. Ultimately, your eye health and cataract progression will dictate the timing, especially if your vision deteriorates quickly.
People in Ocean County and Monmouth County, New Jersey, tend to stay indoors during the coldest months around the New Year. Fewer outdoor activities help ensure cataract patients take the proper precautions to protect and care for their eyes during cataract surgery recovery, such as avoiding sun exposure and wind.
Cataract surgery gives you back control of your life with clear vision, and advanced IOLs can correct refractive errors so you can enjoy better eyesight than ever before. Cataract patients often experience a boost in quality of life after their procedure and are less likely to fall or be in a car accident. Removing cataracts may help prevent dementia because better vision offers greater awareness of their environments and more involvement in activities. Better visual acuity after cataract surgery stimulates parts of the brain to keep it functioning well, lowering the risk of dementia.
If you're ready to restore your vision with cataract surgery, contact InVision Eyecare Specialists in Lakewood, NJ, today at (732) 210-0140 to schedule your eye exam.
