Patient's question:
I am a diabetic patient and have been using insulin to control my condition for a long time. This year, I developed cataracts and my doctor recommended surgery. However, I am a bit worried about how my diabetes might interfere with the cataract surgery. Are there any contraindications for diabetic patients undergoing cataract surgery?Doctor's answer:
For diabetic patients undergoing surgery, the biggest issue is blood sugar control. It is essential to maintain blood sugar within the appropriate range before proceeding with cataract surgery. If blood sugar control is poor, it can easily lead to infection and may result in poor wound healing or delayed scar formation. Therefore, it is generally recommended that if blood sugar control is not optimal before surgery, patients should first visit the endocrinology department to adjust their blood sugar levels before undergoing the surgical procedure.