Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in the world, occurring in most people over age 70. 1 in 6 people in the US have some stage of cataracts by age 50.
Is your vision blurry or distorted? Does it often feel like you’re looking at the world around you through a foggy or dirty window?
These are some of the symptoms of having cataracts. Cataracts are something that everyone eventually experiences due to aging.
Here at LaserVue Eye Center, our surgeons Jay Bansal, MD and Stephanie Wangyu, MD are experts in cataract treatment. With affordable financing and and advanced lifestyle lens options, we help you improve your quality of life through great vision.
See Your Next Step Clearly: Get clear, practical information about your cataract treatment from our trusted cataract specialists. We offer no-obligation consultations so that you can understand all of your options, including the latest premium lens options and laser cataract treatment technology.
What are Cataracts?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which is normally clear. Cataracts occur when proteins build up on the natural lens of the eye. As cataracts progress and develop, they cause the lens to become cloudy.
Cataracts are a normal part of the aging process, usually beginning in your fifties and slowly progress with time. Cataracts often begin to cause vision issues in your 60’s.
Even though cataracts are a normal part of the aging, certain risk factors have been known to increase your chance of getting cataracts sooner.
The natural lens is usually clear and easy to see through, but when you have cataracts, they impact your ability to see clearly. Although you may not realize you have cataracts at first, eventually, they will make it more challenging to see the world around you.
Once a cataract has become more advanced, the proteins on the lens will start to clump together in the middle of the lens, worsening your vision. The proteins also begin to break down, which is what causes the lens to become cloudy.
Symptoms of Cataracts
If you have cataracts, you may not realize it at first. However, some symptoms of cataracts include the following:
- Blurry vision
- Experiencing light sensitivity
- Injuring yourself more due to impaired vision
- Seeing halos and glare around light sources
- Finding it more challenging to drive at night
- Seeing double vision in only one eye
If you have cataracts, you may notice that:
- Things look more brown or yellow than they should, leading to “muddier” vision
- Needing more light to read or perform fine-focus tasks
- Needing more frequent prescription changes to your glasses or contact lenses
- Colors are no longer as vibrant as they once were
If these symptoms sound familiar, schedule an appointment with our cataract specialists. They can determine the cause of your symptoms and the necessary next steps. These symptoms are not exclusive to cataracts, so it’s best to find their cause.
What Causes Cataracts?
The primary cause of cataracts is growing older due to aging. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in the world. Cataracts typically occur in most people around the age of 50. You may not realize you have cataracts at first because they are too small to cause any visual symptoms. However, as they continue developing (over years or decades), they will grow larger. The impact on your vision will become far more apparent as they get larger.
- Having a family history of cataracts
- Certain health conditions like diabetes
- Being a smoker
- Having had a previous eye injury
- Having radiation treatments on your upper body
- Spending a lot of time in the sun without adequate protection from the sun’s UV rays
- Long-term use of medications like corticosteroids
If you have cataracts at a younger age, they may develop faster. There is no way to guarantee you’ll never develop cataracts but leading a healthy lifestyle can reduce your chances of developing them earlier.
How Do I Know if I Need Cataract Surgery?
The only way to know if you need cataract surgery is to talk to your eye doctor. However, most cataract surgeons recommend the procedure once cataracts get in the way of completing daily tasks.
Are you uncomfortable driving? Poor night vision? Can you no longer do things like cook or clean due to your impaired vision? Does it feel like you can’t leave the house safely because you’re afraid you’ll fall?
These could be some signs that it’s time to have cataract surgery. Discuss your options with our highly skilled doctors at LaserVue Eye Center to determine when it’s time to have cataract surgery.
Even if you find out you have cataracts, you may not need to have cataract surgery for several years. Your ophthalmologist will monitor your vision and cataract progression to determine when you should consider having cataract surgery. We’ll perform a thorough eye exam as part of the evaluation to ensure it’s time to have a cataract removed.
Revitalize Your Vision with Cataract Surgery
Advancements in intraocular lens technology over the past decade has been revolutionary for cataract eye surgery. Today there is a choice of what kind of lens a patient can have to replace the cataract lens. Premium implant lenses, or multifocal lens implants as they are sometimes called, greatly reduce or eliminate the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses after cataract surgery.
Premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) are advanced artificial lenses implanted during cataract surgery that offer corrected vision at multiple distances, reducing or eliminating the need for glasses. They correct refractive errors and presbyopia, unlike standard monofocal IOLs that only provide clear vision at one distance. Types include multifocal, light adjustable, extended depth of field, and toric IOLs, which are designed for specific needs like astigmatism. If seeing clearly after cataract surgery without the dependency of glasses or contacts is of interest to you, consult with our doctors at LaserVue and ask which lens is right for you.
Do you have Cataracts?
Learn more about cataracts and if it may be time for cataract surgery by requesting a cataract consultation at LaserVue Eye Center in Santa Rosa & San Francisco, CA, with our doctors today!
What Should I Do If I Suspect That I Have A Cataract?
If you suspect a cataract, please call LaserVue Eye Center at 1-800-527-3745 to schedule an evaluation with our surgeons. Our expert eye doctors offer clear, practical information about cataract surgery, recovery timeline, insurance options, and cost-planning guidance.
What Should I Expect When Undergoing Cataract Surgery?
Unless you have special health problems, travel issues or specific insurance requirements, your surgery will be performed at LaserVue’s comfortable, friendly, and accredited outpatient surgery center.
In your procedure, your eye is numbed with anesthetic. There is little pain or discomfort associated with cataract surgery. You also will receive anti-anxiety medicine through an IV to ensure you are relaxed and comfortable throughout the procedure.
Although it may vary, this procedure usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. Patients typically arrive an hour before surgery, and stay about 45 minutes after the procedure before going home.
Preparing for Cataract Surgery
Following your diagnosis, you will be given a procedure date. Before your procedure, we need you to get surgical clearance from your primary care physician. We will provide the form; please have your doctor complete a physical within two weeks of your surgery.
Eye Drops
Antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops are administered three times a day for three days before cataract surgery, as instructed by your surgeon. You will also use these drops following your procedure, so bring them with you to your surgery center.
Transportation
Please arrange for someone to drive you to and from the surgery on the day of your procedure. You cannot drive yourself home. However, you will likely be able to drive to your post-operative visit the next day (assuming you were driving originally).
What Happens During Cataract Surgery?
Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy natural lens and replacing it with an intraocular lens implant (IOL). LaserVue surgeons use state-of-the-art microsurgical techniques using a sophisticated ultrasonic device (phacoemulsification) to remove the lens and replace it with the intraocular lens implant. The implant is held in place by the outer capsule that surrounds your original lens.
The IOL implant helps your eye focus properly after surgery but you will most likely need glasses for reading, which are prescribed about four weeks after surgery. If you would like to see both far and near without eyeglasses, there are lifestyle lens options that we will discuss with you.
Putting Your Intraocular Lens Into Perspective
Intraocular lenses are about the size of Lincoln’s head on a penny and weigh the same as a kernel of corn. They are polished to the precise curvature needed to bend light rays into focus on the retina at the back of your eye.
What to Expect After Surgery
Rest after surgery and below are acceptable levels of activities. Your vision will still be blurry, which is normal. Remember, do not drive on the surgery day and do not drink alcohol as we have given you a light sedative.
Do not rub your eye. If instructed, wear a shield over your eye at night until told otherwise. You may shower but avoid getting water directly in your eye.
Using Post-Operative Eye Drops
You will be given eye drops to use beginning the day of surgery. The antibiotic and a steroid drop. Please use both drops four times a day until instructed otherwise. Here is one way to apply eye drops:
It is Normal to Experience
Scratchy, sand-like feeling. This is due to slight irregularities at the site of the wound. Using artificial tears to lubricate the eye will help these symptoms.
Slight eye ache or headache the first day. It’s okay to take Tylenol or a non-aspirin over-the-counter pain medication for this feeling.
Discharge. Some eye discharge is normal following surgery. Small amounts of mucous may collect in the eye during the day and may be on the eyelashes in the morning. This may be removed with sterile cotton balls or a clean wash cloth and warm water.
Please call us immediately if you experience:
- Loss of vision
- Blows or trauma to the eye sufficient to cause pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- Increase in pain or severe discomfort not relieved by the pain medication
- Increased redness of the eye or pus coming from the eye
Day of Cataract Surgery
Wear loose fitting clothing the day of cataract surgery.
When you arrive, a nurse will check your blood pressure, temperature and pulse, start an IV, and ask a few questions to make sure that you are well prepared for your surgery.
Eye Drops
We will apply eye drops to dilate your pupil and numb the eye. Your anesthesiologist will review your medical history. and start medications through the IV to relax you. Blood pressure and heart monitors will be attached to monitor you through the procedure.
In the operating room, there will be more eye drops; we’ll clean your face with betadine.
You will be able to breathe easily all through surgery; oxygen will be available by way of a tube directly in front of you.
Quick and Comfortable Procedure
Your surgery should only last 15 minutes and during that time you will be awake. Being awake during surgery is a lot safer and more comfortable for the patient. Let us know if you need to cough or sneeze. You will be asked to look at the microscope light. If you feel any discomfort, we will immediately administer more medication.
Most San Francisco / Santa Rosa cataract surgery patients are pleasantly surprised at how quick and easy the surgery is. We’ll apply more eye drops after surgery. Usually, a patch is not required. You will rest for about 30 minutes while being monitored carefully and given something to eat and drink. Then you will be permitted to leave. Total time at the surgery facility is usually about two hours.
Please contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to assist you in any way.
Activities
Unless your surgeon instructs otherwise, you may resume non-strenuous activities immediately after surgery. This includes: walking, watching TV, reading, bathing or showering (keeping the eye dry for the first few days), eating what you what. One week after surgery you may resume more activities such as golf, dancing, playing tennis, very light weightlifting and moderate exercise.
You may resume all activities after two weeks including more strenuous exercise.
Glasses
Typically, new glasses may be prescribed in four to six weeks. In the mean time you may wear your old glasses as they will protect the operated eye from bumps and rubbing and help the vision in your other eye.
Sensitivity to light may occur after surgery for a short while. We will provide sunglasses that will fit over your old glasses. If you are comfortable in the sunlight, you may go without them.
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Cataract FAQs:
Everything You Need to Know About Cataracts
What are some causes of cataracts?
There are many known causes of cataracts including aging, diabetes, certain injuries to the eyes, certain congenital disorders, and some metabolic disorders.
How soon does vision improve after cataract eye surgery?
Distance vision will usually be very good within a few days to a week after surgery. Return of near vision may take longer and depends upon which lens was selected for the procedure. Some patients still require glasses or contact lenses with a mild prescription for optimal vision. Some patients achieve better vision improvement than others, but virtually all will see better with lens replacement than without. Implant surgery is intended to correct deficiencies in the eye’s lens, and will not help with vision problems related to other parts of the eye, such as floaters, flashes, or visual field loss. This information is general and not intended to apply completely and specifically to any individual patient.
What is the likelihood of complications for cataract eye surgery, and what might they be?
The standard cataract surgical procedure is performed on more than 3 million eyes each year, and has proven extremely safe. However, there is always a chance of complication with even the most routine surgery. Most complications, such as minor infections, inflammation, and irritation, are temporary and easily treated. Serious sight-threatening complications, such as infection, hemorrhaging, or retinal detachment, are extremely rare.
About 98 percent of cataract surgery patients experience no complications and more than 95 percent achieve improved vision. As with all surgical procedures, the eye doctor will perform a thorough examination and provide a complete evaluation of expected results and possible complications.
How often do I need to have my eyes checked after surgery?
Your doctor will check your eyes the day after surgery and, depending on your particular case, about one week later, at four weeks, and again, about three to six months later. After that, annual eye exams are recommended, unless a specific problem develops.
Does lens implantation have any effect on chronic red and irritated eyes or headaches from eyestrain?
Red, irritated eyes and eyestrain are often caused by inappropriately wearing contact lenses and/or dry eye syndrome. Implantation of an intraocular lens (IOL) may help the situation if it reduces or eliminates the need for contact lenses. These symptoms can be caused by several other factors, including allergies; consulting a doctor is recommended.
What is an advanced technology intraocular lens (IOL)?
The advanced technology IOL is a new, state-of-the-art type of intraocular lens that can provide a fuller range of vision, from near to distance, in most patients. The procedure for removing the natural lens and implanting the advanced technology IOL is the same one that’s been used for years in cataract surgery, but the result is a full range of vision, significantly reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Do advanced technology IOLs provide 20/20 vision for both reading and distance?
Advanced technology IOLs were created to provide a fuller range of vision, near to distance. Nearly everyone will find their uncorrected vision significantly better after surgery, but some will not see 20/20 through the full range of vision. Preexisting ocular and physiological factors may prevent full range 20/20 vision. Your doctor will advise you of any conditions that may affect the outcome of your individual surgery. In FDA clinical studies of PanOptix®, 80 percent of participants with the PanOptix® lens in both eyes did not use glasses or contact lenses after the procedure; 84 percent achieved 20/25 or better distance vision, 20/30 or better near vision, and could read small stock quotes in a newspaper.
How do advanced technology IOLs affect low-light vision?
Since the lens implant procedure replaces the cloudy natural lens with a crystal-clear IOL, the transmission of light to the retina should be enhanced. However, low-light vision is influenced by other factors, including the health of the eye in general, and of the retina in particular. With time, it is normal for low-light vision to decrease. Adequate lighting is always beneficial, especially when reading. Patients do note that there are more halos and glare with the multifocal IOL’s than compared to standard IOL’s.
Will the doctor implant advanced technology IOLs in both eyes at the same time?
For the best result, advanced technology IOLs should be implanted in both eyes. Cataracts normally develop in both eyes at the same time. In the instance of only one clouded lens, only that lens needs to be replaced. For the typical patient, most surgeons prefer not to operate on both eyes at the same time. The normal procedure is to replace the lens that is most clouded first.
The interval between surgeries depends on the healing of the first eye and the vision results; two to four weeks is typical.
Do multifocal lenses require an adjustment period?
Yes. For most people, there is a period of weeks when your brain is learning to “see” up-close and at a distance with the new lens. This adjustment period is usually complete within 3 to 4 months. Also, like all multifocal lenses, some people report halos or glare around lights. Again, for most people this diminishes over time. For some, it becomes less troublesome but never completely goes away. Most people report that the ability to see near and far outweighs any visual side effects associated with the lens.
Does the presence of an intraocular lens rule out other eye surgery?
The IOL takes the place of a natural lens in the eye. Once healing is complete, usually about three months after surgery, other eye surgery will be unaffected by the presence of an IOL; it will be no different from surgery with a natural lens present. Surgery on or around the eye should also be avoided until the implant procedure is well healed; this includes BOTOX®, plastic surgery, or procedures performed on the surface of the eye. A doctor performing any procedure near the eye should be notified of a patient’s eye surgery history.
How can I be sure an advanced technology IOL implant surgeon is qualified?
How long does the procedure last? Is it painful?
The actual cataract procedure takes about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, the whole visit to the surgical center usually takes less than two hours. Patients arrive about an hour before the procedure and are given medications to induce relaxation and eye drops to anesthetize the eye and dilate the pupil. During the procedure, the old lens is removed and the new lens implant is inserted through a tiny incision. There is a sensation of pressure on the eye, but little or no pain. After surgery, more eye drops are applied to prevent infection and decrease inflammation. A protective patch is usually placed over the eye.
Once home, the patient should rest and avoid any strenuous activities. The doctor will examine the eye the next day and advise the patient on the appropriate course of recovery, which will include continuing eye drops for a few weeks and avoiding strain on the eye until it is thoroughly healed. Be sure to arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure.
Anesthesia for cataract surgery?
During cataract surgery, you will remain awake and receive local anesthesia in the form of eye drops and receive a sedative or other medications to help you relax. Pros of cataract surgery anesthesia include the ability to numb potential pain and keep you comfortable during the procedure. Usually, the less medication the better. Your doctor will work with you to decide on the proper dosage and level of anesthesia that will be right for. To prepare for cataract surgery and anesthesia, you will need to follow your doctor’s instructions. Refrain from eating or drinking after midnight the night before, take any necessary medications as directed, and be sure you have someone to drive you home from the procedure.
How soon after lens implant surgery will I be able to resume normal activities?
Most patients require only a few days to resume normal activities, with some limitations and adjustments. Some sensitivity to touch and bright lights should not deter most patients from driving and returning to work. Patients are given medications to prevent infection and control inflammation. A protective shield is advisable while sleeping; sunglasses can provide protection during the day.
For several days after surgery, patients should avoid any lifting or straining, which can increase pressure in the eye. Rubbing or pushing of the eye, and any situation that could result in being hit in the eye, are also to be avoided. Careful showering and shampooing are permitted, as long as no soap or shampoo touches the eye. Any makeup around the eye should be avoided for several weeks. Public swimming pools, hot tubs, and other potential sources of infection/contamination should also be avoided. When in doubt, the patient should consult their doctor for guidelines regarding post-surgical activities.
Will I have to have cataract surgery again?
In cataract surgery, natural lenses are removed and replaced with artificial lenses, which are not subject to deterioration and should last a lifetime. Many patients experience subsequent clouding of the membrane that holds the lens, called the capsule. The normal treatment for this is a yag laser capsulotomy, in which a laser beam is used to create a hole through the membrane, allowing a clear path for light. It is a quick and painless procedure.
Can I go to any eye doctor for check-ups after the surgery?
The surgeon or a member of his or her team should perform the checkup on the day after surgery. The surgeon may approve subsequent checkups with another doctor after consultation with that doctor to ensure familiarity with your case and appropriate care.
Will security eye scanning still work after advanced technology lens implantation?
Security scanners usually read patterns on the iris or retina, and should not be affected by the presence of an IOL.
What makes advanced technology IOLs different from ordinary intraocular lenses?
Unlike an ordinary IOL, the advanced technology IOL can focus on objects near and far. The PanOptix® and Vivity™ lenses have a special surface design that brings near and distant objects into focus. All the lenses are intended to provide patients with a fuller range of vision, reducing the need for corrective lenses. With standard IOLs, most people must rely on glasses or contact lenses for middle and near vision.
How do advanced technology IOLs affect middle vision for tasks such as working on the computer? How does it compare to trifocals?
Advanced technology IOLs will greatly enhance middle vision (roughly arm’s length) used for tasks such as using a computer, viewing dashboard instruments, and reading supermarket price stickers. For many patients, there is no comparison to the hassle of trifocal eyeglasses. No matter the distance—near, middle, or far—your advanced technology IOLs can put your view in focus without the annoyance of tilting your head to see more clearly.
Am I a good candidate for advanced technology IOL vision enhancement?
Only an experienced eye doctor can evaluate your vision care needs and recommend a customized course of treatment. Most people in good general health are good candidates for advanced technology IOLs. Some patients may require an enhancement procedure by laser vision correction or other technology to achieve the best result. Those with uncontrolled diabetes, chronic infections, and certain other health problems should not have lens replacement surgery until these conditions are under control.
Will lens implant surgery cause glare, night driving problems, and light sensitivity?
Glare, night driving problems, and light sensitivity can occur with both traditional and advanced technology lens implants. Night vision problems are usually much less severe than before cataract surgery. These phenomena are usually temporary and diminish as the brain and eyes adjust. Light sensitivity is usually temporary. The crystal-clear material of the advanced technology IOL nearly always permits more light to pass through than the natural lens it replaces, thus patients might have to adjust to seeing vivid colors and brighter lights than before surgery.
All intraocular lenses can produce glare, light flares, or a halo effect at night since the pupil is open wider and allows light to reflect off the edge of the implant. Patients do note that there are more halos and glare with the multifocal IOL’s than compared to standard IOL’s. Your doctor can usually compensate for these problems through medication or night driving glasses.
What happens if my eye is injured in the future?
The presence of an intraocular lens does not make the eye more susceptible to damage from trauma after appropriate healing. Most injuries affect the cornea—the clear front portion of the eye—or the retina—the light-sensing lining on the rear of the eye. If anything, the lens implant eliminates the chance of cataracts due to eye trauma.
Is advanced technology IOL implantation covered by insurance?
Most private insurance covers the cataract surgical procedure and the anesthesia, but rarely cover the additional cost of an advanced technology IOL, since it is considered elective. Patients should consult with both the doctor and the insurance carrier to determine their best alternatives.
The Advantages of Having Robotic Laser Cataract Surgery
Advancements in laser technology over the past decade has been revolutionary for cataract eye surgery. LaserVue Eye Center is proud to be the first practice in the Bay Area to offer Robotic Laser Cataract Surgery with the LENSAR® Ally Femtosecond Laser system. Using the LENSAR® Laser system, we believe our laser cataract procedures are more precise and offer better results than less advanced systems. Laser cataract surgery is safer, more precise, and easier than ever before.
LaserVue’s computer-guided laser system effortlessly creates incisions and breaks apart cataracts with astounding predictability. Using the high-resolution digital “real-time” imaging system, Drs. Bansal & Dr. Wangyu can provide a more predictable outcome to his patients than with traditional cataract surgery.
Laser cataract surgery means you’ll undergo a more precise and predictable procedure than traditional and manual methods. Laser-assisted cataract surgery helps make the necessary incisions and fragment the cataract faster and more precisely, allowing for a more predictable surgical outcome for his patients.
Traditional cataract surgery uses a manual metal or diamond blade for incisions into the eye and lens, followed by removing the cloudy natural lens with an ultrasound device. Your medical insurance covers traditional cataract surgery.
The Difference Laser Cataract Surgery Makes
Laser-assisted cataract surgery utilizes a femtosecond laser to perform some of the most challenging steps of the procedure while using minimal energy. The laser assists our surgeons in making the incisions during cataract surgery.
These incisions are more precise than manual incisions. The same laser then fragments the natural lens into many smaller pieces.
Laser cataract surgery is used for lens removal, resulting in faster vision recovery than traditional cataract surgery.
While laser-assisted cataract surgery can benefit patients, it may be more beneficial for patients with certain medical conditions like:
- Dense cataracts
- Traumatic cataracts
- Fuch’s dystrophy
- Pseudoexfoliation
At LaserVue Eye Center, we believe laser-assisted cataract surgery is slightly safer than traditional treatments. Multiple studies have demonstrated increased precision of the vision correction outcome with laser-assisted surgery.
The downside of laser-assisted cataract surgery is that it is an out-of-pocket expense, as insurance plans do not cover it.
What is the Recovery Like After Having Cataract Surgery?
For most people, vision will be improved within a few days and full recovery after cataract surgery takes only a few weeks. In the days following your procedure, your vision will likely be somewhat blurry, which is normal. It is very important to follow all post-operative instructions with eyedrops and physical limitations.
Eye Drops
You’ll need to use antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops as part of the recovery. Use all eye drops as instructed.
Activities You Can Participate in After Cataract Surgery
Unless your surgeon instructs otherwise, you may resume non-strenuous activities immediately after cataract surgery. These include:
- Walking
- Watching television
- Reading
- Bathing
- Showering
- Eating what you want
Two weeks after cataract surgery, you can resume other activities like golf, dancing, playing tennis, very light weightlifting, and moderate exercise. You can resume all activities after three weeks, including more strenuous exercise.
Cataracts Doctors
Jay Bansal, MD
Your LASIK & Cataract Surgeon in Northern California
Stephanie Wangyu, MD
Ophthalmologist
Hannah Walsh, OD, MSc
Doctor of Optometry
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Doctor of Optometry
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Related Eye Care Services at LaserVue
Our board-certified surgeons offer a full range of vision correction and eye care services to help you see clearly without glasses or contacts:
- LASIK Eye Surgery — The gold-standard laser procedure that permanently corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism in minutes.
- PRK Laser Vision Correction — An excellent LASIK alternative for patients with thin corneas or active lifestyles with no flap created.
- SMILE Eye Surgery — A minimally invasive, flapless laser procedure with rapid visual recovery.
- EVO ICL Implantable Lenses — Additive lens implants ideal for patients not eligible for laser surgery.
- Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) — Premium lens replacement that corrects vision and eliminates future cataract risk simultaneously.
- Dry Eye Treatment — Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for chronic dry eye syndrome.
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