Cataract Treatment
in Keene
Cataract Diagnosis & Surgery Co-Management
Cataracts are a common concern as people age. At New England EyeWorks, our eye doctors provide cataract treatment in Keene and co-manage surgery. If you need surgery, we’ll refer you to a trusted ophthalmologist in the area and provide post-cataract surgery care.
What are cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. Cataracts develop when proteins in your eyes clump together, letting less light pass through and blurring vision. Over time, cataracts get larger and affect more of your vision. While cataracts are most often linked to aging, they can also develop from trauma or medical conditions such as diabetes.
Symptoms of cataracts
If you’ve noticed that your vision isn’t as clear as it used to be, cataracts might be the culprit. Some common signs include blurry vision, sensitivity to light, trouble seeing at night, halos around lights, dull colors, and frequent prescription changes. People with cataracts may also have difficulty reading fine print.
Diagnosing cataracts
At our office in Keene, our eye doctors can diagnose cataracts and many other eye diseases and conditions during an eye exam. During your exam, we will evaluate your overall eye health and vision to determine whether cataracts are causing your vision issues.
Treatment for cataracts
Cataract treatment will depend on how much they are affecting your vision and daily activities. If they’re having little to no effect on your vision, you may not need treatment right away. Instead, your eye doctor may suggest scheduling regular eye exams to monitor any changes. Sometimes, simply updating your eyeglass prescription can provide some temporary relief.
When a cataract starts interfering with your vision and day-to-day life, it may be time to consider surgery. If surgery is needed, we’ll refer you to an ophthalmologist in the Keene area. Following your procedure, we’ll schedule follow-up visits to monitor your progress and help ensure a smooth recovery.
Visit us for cataract treatment near you
Our eye doctors are experienced in diagnosing cataracts and providing pre- and post-operative care for cataract surgery. If you’re concerned about cataracts, contact us today to schedule an eye exam at our office in Keene.