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The various stages of aging

 This page will get updated often as new information is found. updated information June 11, 2024: How do you describe being older in age? How do you see life when you're in your 60s, 70s, 80s, and older? What's different? What's the same? What's good? What's bad? Hello! I am here to answer your question. I am 102 years old, I was born in 1919. In My 60s: I retired at 61 after 37 years as a firefighter in lansing michigan. I biked a 5k every week until I was 68 with an injury. In my 70s: I lost my son at 74 from pancreatic cancer, it hurt me really bad. I started to lose my vision, so I got glasses at 78. Still biking weekly but only a 3k. In my 80s: My wife fell and we almost lost her so that was stressful. I started to have trouble hearing, but only minor damage. I started to get more invested in reading books and slowing down. I was only biking 5 miles a week now because I started to have joint pain. In my 90s: My 90s were my favorite decade. I am very fortunate t

Cataract surgery information

  How to Reduce Glare After Cataract Surgery  How to Reduce Glare After Cataract Surgery My cataract questions and answers found on the internet: How long does glare last after cataract surgery? If you’re experiencing glare after cataract surgery, your doctor can help. The cataract is a cloudy lens that reduces the amount of light entering the eye. Your doctor will replace the clouded lens with a clear artificial lens. This will help your eyes adjust, and you should see improvements in your vision within a few days. There are many things you can do to prevent glare after cataract surgery. First, you need to wear protective glasses. Avoid water and bright lights. You may also need to wear dark UV protective sunglasses while outdoors. Taking medication to help the eye heal is essential. If you still have glare after cataract surgery, you can try a  laser  vision correction procedure. This can reduce the need for glasses. Another option is a multifocal lens. However, these lenses may decr