Computer usage ok after cataract surgery?

Is there any risk of further damage to my eyes after cataract surgery
by using a computer 8-12 hours a day? I got rid of my CRT after the
surgery and only use LCD monitors at home and work. I also eliminated
all florescent bulbs in my home. What can I do to minimize the risk
of developing other eye problems (like clouding of the lens capsule)?
I could theoretically live for another 60 years and want to have good
vision for the rest of my life.

In article <(E-Mail Removed)>,
"Mike Tyner" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote:

> "Mark" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote
>
> > Is there any risk of further damage to my eyes after cataract surgery
> > by using a computer 8-12 hours a day? I got rid of my CRT after the
> > surgery and only use LCD monitors at home and work. I also eliminated
> > all florescent bulbs in my home.
>
> Why would you do that?
>
> If you are concerned about the emissions from these devices, you should
> immediately discard your blow dryer, electric razor, and cell phone, stay
> away from all power tools and large electric motors, and for God's sake
> never get an MRI. Those devices can easily deliver "radiation" several log
> units more intense. The good news is nobody's ever shown any risk to the eye
> from the electromagnetic fields they generate.


Do florescent bulbs create more EMF? I find it hard to believe.

Getting rid of CRTs is a good idea. It's much easier seeing the LCDs.

> > What can I do to minimize the risk
> > of developing other eye problems (like clouding of the lens capsule)?


> Cloudy capsules happen despite the surgeon's best efforts. It only takes a
> few seconds to fix.


Well, maybe a couple minutes. I've had both eyes done, and it was
trivial. I understand that there are some risks.

> Good nutrition, vitamin/lutein supplements, exercise, control your blood
> pressure and blood sugar. Wear sunglasses outdoors.
>

Those "sunglasses" are "blueblockers", of course?

Don W.

In article <(E-Mail Removed)>,
"Mike Tyner" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote:

> "Dan Abel" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote
>
> > Do florescent bulbs create more EMF? I find it hard to believe.
>
> No, I guess I wasn't clear. Fluorescent bulbs generate negligible EMR,
> especially at their usual distance.

OK. I'm not sure we have any incandescent bulbs in use in our house.
They don't make sense anymore. The newer CFLs come on right away, don't
flicker, are just as cheap to buy, and have a good color of light.

On Nov 23, 11:03 am, Mark <mkhueb...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Is there any risk of further damage to my eyes after cataract surgery
> by using a computer 8-12 hours a day? I got rid of my CRT after the
> surgery and only use LCD monitors at home and work. I also eliminated
> all florescent bulbs in my home. What can I do to minimize the risk
> of developing other eye problems (like clouding of the lens capsule)?
> I could theoretically live for another 60 years and want to have good
> vision for the rest of my life.

The CRT and flourescent bulbs aren't causing problems. Post surgical
clouding of the lens capsule is due to trauma suffered during the
surgery and there is nothing you can do to prevent it. Many of the
causes of eye disease are beyond your control -- natural aging,
genetics, anatomy.

Things that you can do to keep good vision:
First and foremost -- DON"T SMOKE, if you do, quit if you don't, don't
start
Wear safety glasses at work, for sports and when doing chores at home
Wear UV protective sunglasses for all outdoor activities
Eat a healthy diet, high in fruits and veggies, fish twice a week, red
meat no more than twice a week, alcohol in moderation
Exerise at least 30 minutes every day.
See your family doctor regularly and follow advice if hypertensive or
diabetic or have other systemic disease
See your eye doctor yearly.

Dr Judy