June Is Cataract Awareness Month
According to Prevent Blindness America, more than 22 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts. This number is expected to reach 30 million by the year 2020. Cataracts, which usually begin with very few visible symptoms, can lead to blindness if left untreated. Dr. Kerry Solomon, one of the top cataract surgeons in Charleston […]
Can Cataract Surgery Help You Live Longer?
If you have been researching cataract surgery, then you are likely aware of how the procedure can help restore clear vision and make everyday activities like reading and driving easier. But did you know that cataract surgery may also help you live longer? This is according to a study conducted by the National Bureau of […]
What Causes Cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding and thickening of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over 40, affecting 22 million Americans alone. Although they can develop at different times for different people, cataracts are generally considered an inevitability–if you live long enough, […]
Think a Loved One May Have Cataracts? Here’s What to Do
Your aging mom still likes to drive, but you’ve noticed that she’s having a harder time reading street signs. Or maybe she’s always enjoyed playing tennis, but tracking the ball is getting difficult. It’s possible she’s one of the 50% of individuals who develop cataracts by the time they’re 75. It can be tough for […]
The Evolution of Cataract Surgery
It’s easy to take for granted some of the advanced medical treatments available today. As an ophthalmologist in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina who specializes in LASIK and refractive cataract surgery, I find it fascinating to look back on what was once considered “state-of-the-art” eye care. Cataract surgery continues to improve, and surgical innovations pioneered in […]
Operation Sight: Restoring Vision, Changing Lives
At Dr. Kerry Solomon’s practice, we consider ourselves fortunate to spend every day helping patients live fuller lives by improving their vision. However, the reality is that many people in our community continue to be limited by poor vision because they cannot afford the medical care they need. Mrs. Cindi Solomon, along with Drs. Kerry Solomon, […]
Preparing for Cataract Surgery
If you’re one of the more than 20 million Americans over 40 affected by cataracts, you know what it’s like to live with the blurred vision, the glare (especially when driving at night), and the gradual loss of contrast and color that comes with the condition. This is no way to spend your golden years! […]
What Is Recovery Like After Cataract Surgery?
[link pid=”59″][/link] June is Cataract Awareness Month, which I realize may not be as exciting for you as it is for me and my fellow ophthalmologists. Here in Charleston, SC, I specialize in [link pid=”59″]cataract surgery[/link], so I’d like to take the opportunity to address some of the questions and concerns that many patients have […]
Can Cataract Surgery Be a Pleasant Experience?
One thing that surprises my patients most about [link pid=”59″]cataract surgery[/link] is just how enjoyable their surgery day can be. In fact, many of the folks I have treated during my career as an ophthalmologist in Charleston, SC, tell me that their cataract surgery was the most pleasant medical experience they’ve ever had. Something happens […]
The Role of Healthy Vision During Crisis
[link pid=”43″][/link] Resilience is a remarkable thing. As an ophthalmologist in Charleston, SC, I know this well. After refractive or cataract surgery, the human eye has the incredible power to mend rapidly and allow us to see clearly once again. . A LASIK patient is able to resume routine activities as soon as the very […]