Published February 16, 2015

Should people with macular degeneration have their cataracts surgically removed?

Macular degeneration is problem enough. But one of the dilemmas I see with many of my patients with macular degeneration is what to do about their cataracts. Some studies have suggested that surgically removing cataracts increases the chance that macular degeneration will get worse as a result. On the other hand, patients who have both conditions can often see much better when the cataracts are removed. Now a brand new meta study is providing a few answers as to whether it is a good idea to take those cataracts out.

 

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Published February 13, 2015

Taking this every day reduces your cataract risk by 25% or more

Cataracts are a very real and common problem. To a large extent they are simply one of those predictable gifts of aging. About 50% of Americans who make it to the age of 80 will have cataracts. Of course, you can always get cataract surgery. It's pretty simple and easy, but there are complications. And some of them are serious. These include infection, retinal detachment, glaucoma, secondary cataract, and loss of vision. Last year, I saw two patients who suffered from botched cataract surgery. So is there a better way?

 

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Published February 11, 2015

Reduce colon cancer and colon polyp risk with this tasty spice

One of the real concerns that many of my patients have is colon cancer. Colon cancer is sneaky. It can spread throughout your body even while you feel good. And it can hit the young. Last year, I saw two patients younger than 40 years who died from it. If you have a family history of colon cancer or if you have had colon polyps in the past you are at greater risk. So is there anything you can do to reduce that risk? A brand new study says there is.

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