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Gas, indigestion, and headache are a few common Cataflam side effects. This part of the eMedTV Web site also lists serious side effects of Cataflam like chest pain and slurred speech; and rare side effects like asthma, hair loss, and depression.
Cataflam uses include the treatment of arthritis symptoms and general pain relief. This section of the eMedTV library provides an in-depth look at uses for Cataflam, including some off-label uses (such as treating gout symptoms or cancer pain).
Cataflam is a prescription drug used for reducing pain, inflammation, swelling, and stiffness in adults. This eMedTV article covers the uses and effects of Cataflam, as well as what to do if you overdose. Cataflan is a common misspelling of Cataflam.
More than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery by age 80. This eMedTV segment explores these common vision problems, which involve a clouding of the lens of the eye. Catarac is a common misspelling of cataracts.
As this eMedTV page explains, cataract surgery (surgery to remove a cloudy lens from the eye) improves vision in about 90 percent of cases. This page briefly describes the procedure. Catarac surgery is a common misspelling of cataract surgery.
Common symptoms of a cataract include blurry vision and double vision. This eMedTV article discusses these and other cataract symptoms and also provides a link to more information. Catarac symptoms is a common misspelling of cataract symptoms.
Cataracts, which involve a clouding over of the lens, are especially common in older people. This eMedTV page provides an overview of the condition, including possible symptoms and information on surgery. Catarack is a common misspelling of cataract.
Cataracts are vision problems characterized by a clouding of the lens of the eye. This eMedTV article features a brief overview of cataracts and provides a link to more detailed information. Cataracks is a common misspelling of cataracts.
In someone who has a cataract, the lens of the eye becomes clouded. This eMedTV Web page explains how cataracts can impact overall quality of life and increase the risk of falls and fractures. Cataracs is a common misspelling of cataracts.
Scientists have not yet found any cataract causes. As discussed in this eMedTV article, researchers have identified risk factors (such as smoking and diabetes) that increase a person's chance of developing a cataract.
There is no cataract cure. However, as this eMedTV segment explains, getting regular eye exams, quitting smoking, and adopting a diet high in antioxidants may help to slow the progression of cataracts.
It is not possible to cure a cataract. Prevention of cataracts, however, is possible. This eMedTV segment discusses prevention strategies (such as having regular eye exams and quitting smoking) that may prevent or slow the development of a cataract.
If you've been diagnosed with a cataract, questions of all sorts may come to mind. In addition, this eMedTV article provides a list of cataract questions about diagnosis, tests, and treatment options that you can ask your doctor.
Cataract research is being conducted to study the effectiveness of using drugs to control cataracts. This eMedTV article discusses other research now under way to find better ways to detect, treat, and possibly prevent cataracts.
There two types of cataract surgery: phacoemulsification and extracapsular surgery. This eMedTV resource explains how these types of surgery are used to treat cataracts and discusses what to expect before, during, and after surgery for a cataract.
| Cataract Surgery |
This interactive video explains in detail how a cataract surgery is performed.
| Cataract Surgery -- Moving to the Recovery Room |
This video clip talks about moving to the recovery room and recovering from the anesthesia.
| Cataract Surgery - Presentation Summary |
This video clip discusses the effectiveness, benefits, and risks of cataract surgery.
| Cataract Surgery -- Expected Results |
This video clip talks about the expected results with cataract surgery.
| Cataract Surgery -- Getting Started |
This video gives an overview of what you can expect on the day of your procedure.
| Cataract Surgery -- In the Operating Room |
This video clips shows what you can expect upon entering an operating room.
| Cataract Surgery Complication Outcomes |
Possible major complications are introduced in this video clip.
Cataract Surgery Complications
In the case of cataract surgery, complications may include double vision, droopy eyelid, and infection. This eMedTV article identifies minor and major complications that may occur with cataract surgery, which can also include bleeding and swelling.
| Cataract Surgery Complications -- Major |
This video clips introduces major complications that may occur with cataract surgery.
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