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Cataract Surgery for RK "Victim"

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Wry, in my 40's, I had RK done on both eyes at the same time back in the 1980's before the issues with it were widely known. I was very pleased with the results of my RK - 20/15 for several years and didn't need reading glasses. However, as I
aged, I developed cataracts in both eyes, 5-6 years apart. Then, I found out that there were concerns with the 'after effects' of RK. My opthamologist in San Antonio was very knowledgeable about the medical circumstances, discussed the 'surgical allowance' required, and did a superb job on both of my eyes. Didn't need glasses for a while, but now wear glasses mainly for astigmatism correction. After all that, I can see well enough without my glasses to drive, but need reading glasses. So, I wear glasses all the time, with very little correction except for the reading section of the lenses. The professional, knowledgeable doctors are out there. You just need to look hard to find one you're comfortable with. I will provide my doctor's name in a private message, if you want it, but there are others out there. Good Luck.

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glad to see your comments and your positive results. I also had RK many years go thinking it was wonderful until!
Now needing cataract surgery in Birmingham, AL searching for surgeon
competent in cataract procedure on RK eyes. Very uneasy to have procedure

I would like more information on your surgery. I also have cataracts
and had RK back in early 1990s. I am now afraid to have cataract surgery
afraid I will lose vision instead of gaining.
I have found one MD with local Medical Center who is confident
willing to perform cataract surgery on my eyes but so afraid
lens selection is iffy as this seems to be one or main issue with cataract
surgery on us RK folks