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  • female
  • 60 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried about my cataracts and wondering if getting my blood sugar back to normal could help them disappear naturally. Is there any way to naturally get rid of cataracts once my sugar levels are under control?

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No, that needs surgical correction

Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my dad. He's been a heart patient and even had bypass surgery about five years ago. He's been on blood thinners ever since. Now he's dealing with cataracts and the eye doctors are saying he should stop his blood thinners for a week before the surgery. I'm not sure about this advice. Is it really necessary to stop taking those medicines? And if he does stop, could it cause any problems or risks for his heart condition?

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