Cataract Treatment
in Fort Kent
Cataract Diagnosis & Co-Management
Cataracts are a common eye condition as people age. At Valley Eye Care Associates, our eye doctor can diagnose cataracts and provide personalized cataract treatment in Fort Kent. If surgery is needed, we will refer you to a trusted ophthalmologist and provide follow-up care.
What are cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. It happens when proteins in the eye break down and clump together, making it harder for light to pass through. As time goes on, the cataract gets worse and more of the lens becomes cloudy. While commonly associated with age, cataracts can also occur due to trauma or medical conditions like diabetes.
Symptoms of cataracts
Cataracts tend to develop slowly over time. Signs include blurry vision, sensitivity to light, trouble seeing at night, halos around lights, dull colors, and frequent prescription changes. Many people with cataracts also struggle with reading small print.
Diagnosing cataracts
At our office in Fort Kent, our eye doctor can diagnose cataracts and a range of other eye diseases during an eye exam. We will perform tests to evaluate your overall eye health and vision and determine if cataracts are causing your vision problems.
Treatment for cataracts
Treatment for cataracts will depend on how much they are affecting your vision and day-to-day life. You may not need treatment if cataracts have minimal or no impact on your vision. Your eye doctor may suggest monitoring any changes and scheduling regular eye exams. Sometimes, adjusting your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses can provide temporary vision improvement.
Surgery is the only way to remove a cataract, but you may not need to get surgery right away. Most eye doctors suggest cataract surgery when your vision begins to impact your quality of life and ability to perform everyday activities. If we determine surgery is necessary, we will refer you to a trusted ophthalmologist in the Fort Kent area and schedule follow-up visits with you to monitor your progress and recovery.
Visit us for cataract treatment in Fort Kent
Dr. Rioux is 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 appointment.
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