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Mad River Eye Care

Waitsfield, VT

Cataract Diagnosis & Co-Management

Waitsfield, VT

Cataract Diagnosis & Co-Management

If your vision is foggy or blurry, you could have cataracts. A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of your eye that can cause vision loss over time. They usually develop slowly, so you may not notice any vision changes at first. However, as cataracts grow larger, you may start to have symptoms like blurry or cloudy vision, increased sensitivity to light, trouble seeing at night, and seeing faded colors.

At Mad River Eye Care in Waitsfield, Vermont, our eye doctor can diagnose cataracts and help you restore your vision. If surgery is needed, we will refer you to a trusted ophthalmologist and provide follow-up care.

Cataract treatment in Waitsfield, VT

Treatment for cataracts will depend on how much they are affecting your vision and quality of life. In the early stages of cataracts, lifestyle changes such as using brighter lighting or wearing anti-glare sunglasses may help with managing your symptoms. Updating your glasses or contact lens prescription can also temporarily improve your vision. However, as your cataracts grow larger, surgery may become necessary to restore clear vision.

When is cataract surgery necessary?

If your cataracts are significantly impacting your vision and quality of life, surgery may be necessary. Cataract surgery is a common procedure that involves swapping out the cloudy lens with a new artificial lens. If surgery is recommended for you, we will refer you to a trusted cataract surgeon in the Central Vermont area who will perform the procedure. Our team at Mad River Eye Care will also schedule follow-up visits with you to monitor your progress and ensure a smooth recovery process.

Schedule an eye exam in Waitsfield, VT

If you’re experiencing symptoms such as cloudy vision, sensitivity to light, or poor night vision, schedule an eye exam with Mad River Eye Care. We are here to help you see clearly and live life to the fullest!