Question
dear doctor ANAND SHROFF I have aquestion for you. my mother had a surgery because of detached retina 6 months ago,ater that surgery she won the vision but now the doctor of her says she has a cataract in that eye.she can see things unclearly.i am very concered about this because i am very afraid that she can loose all vision.i will highly apriciate your opinion. so what do you thing for this case is it good to get operiated or what to do?tell me for any comlications please
Answer
Dear Arlinda,
Many cases of past retinal detachment have been safely and successfully been treated.
For this you need a reputed and expert doctor.
If in good hands do not worry.
Cataract needs to be surgically treated as there is no medical treatment and due to the cataract the vision is going get more poor with advancing time. Also, it will get more difficult to remove if waited upon.
In today's times, the cataract when treated early have better results.
Hope this helps,
Ask your doctor to speak to your mother and address her fears, this will help.
Best,
Dr Shroff
www.shroffeye.org
