This is followed by problems with reading and other activities requiring close vision. Eventually, vision at all distances is greatly impaired. You may clean your glasses, but things still look dim. You may also find that you are more sensitive to bright light or glare, especially at night. The good news is that with today's modern surgical techniques and advances in technology, cataract surgery is highly successful.
Surgery is the only way to correct vision loss from cataracts.
But don't consider it until the cataract keeps you from doing the things you like to do. A farmer, a truck driver and a watchmaker all have different needs. Basically, we advise patients to wait until the vision in the afflicted eye becomes so poor that it interferes with daily routines - such as driving or reading. So, the choice really comes down to what you want and when you're ready to have it done. Your lifestyle, your work habits, your personal well-being are the true deciding factors when choosing the right time for cataract surgery.