Dr. Ed Kondrot on Post Cataract Surgery Issues
#89 2024 The Rowen Report
Dear Subscriber,
Dr. Ed Kondrot is a holistic ophthalmologist and a personal friend. We have done multiple arduous backpacking trips years ago, including scaling Mt. Whitney and plunging more than once into the Grand Canyon with a full rim-to-rim-to rim trip over the broiling summer solstice (over 4 nights). We actually did better than many young-uns. One trip into the canyon was on a most remote trail in April when we have to get water out of some pooled water on rocks, and had to rappel down a cliff to reach the river, my one time rapelling experience!
Dr. Kondrot pioneered frequency specific microcurrent for eye problems including macular degeneration, and I use it. His latest post in on cataracts and I felt it appropriate to share here, as he gave permission for it to be shared.
Cataract surgery is very common and generally quite safe, though it can go bad. For that reason, many people have consulted with Terri and me for prescription eye drops of DMSO and glutathione/vitamin C, which I developed many years ago. We have had some success with, it if, with cataracts remaining stable or perhaps improving in up to 40% for months or perhaps years. I hate to admit it, but the drops did not work for me, and my sister performed cataract surgery on me a few years ago, giving me near perfect daytime distance vision, which is all I asked for. I do wear readers for computer and book work, and all near vision. Eye surgery has come a long way, and my eyes have so benefited. I went from perfect vision to needing both readers and glasses for far vision. Then I had conductive keratoplasaty (CK) with gave me incredible vision. But a second CK messed me up. Then I had
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) procedure from a friend of my sister and that did a miracle, correcting the CK dysfunction. PRK is similar to Lasik, except it does not involve actually incising the cornea, which could weaken it, so it was far preferable for me. It uses laser to reshape the cornea.
But over the years, I, like the majority of people my age, developed resistant cataracts which were affecting my vision significantly. Thanks to Providence, my vision is clear after my sister’s work. My main eye challenge is macular degeneration, which, again thankfully to date, has not impaired my vision, and I just received stem cell therapy to address.
Please enjoy Dr. Kondrot’s wisdom on cataracts and post cataract surgery issues. I am hopeful to have Dr. Kondrot soon on my podcast.
To Your Excellent Health!
Robert Jay Rowen, MD
Can Cataracts Grow Back After Surgery? Understanding the Possibilities and What to Expect
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Cataract surgery is one of the most common and successful procedures performed today, offering millions of people the chance to regain clear vision. However, after undergoing this life-changing surgery, some patients may wonder: Can cataracts grow back after surgery? The short answer is no, but there’s more to the story. Let’s explore what happens after cataract surgery, why some people experience vision changes later on, and how to ensure your eyes stay healthy long-term.
What Are Cataracts?
Before diving into the specifics of post-surgery outcomes, it’s important to understand what cataracts are. A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. This clouding occurs due to the clumping of proteins in the lens, leading to blurry vision, difficulty seeing at night, and sensitivity to light. Cataracts are most commonly age-related, though they can also result from injury, certain medications, or other medical conditions.
What Happens During Cataract Surgery?
Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy natural lens and replacing it with a clear artificial lens, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). The procedure is typically quick, taking only about 15 to 30 minutes, and it’s performed under local anesthesia. Most patients experience a significant improvement in vision within a few days, with full recovery expected within a few weeks.
Can Cataracts Grow Back After Surgery?...
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