Cataract Surgery_Dr. Vaidya Eye Hospital
                     Cataract 
Surgery
Overview
Cataract surgery is a procedure to remove the lens of your eye and, in most 
cases, replace it with an artificial lens. Normally, the lens of your eye is clear. A 
cataract causes the lens to become cloudy, which eventually affects your vision.
Cataract surgery is performed by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) on an 
outpatient basis, which means you don't have to stay in the hospital after the 
surgery. Cataract surgery is very common and is generally a safe procedure.
Why it's done?
 Cataract surgery is performed to treat cataracts. Cataracts can cause blurry 
vision and increase the glare from lights. If a cataract makes it difficult for you to 
carry out your normal activities, your doctor may suggest cataract surgery.
 When a cataract interferes with the treatment of another eye problem, cataract 
surgery may be recommended. For example, doctors may recommend cataract 
surgery if a cataract makes it difficult for your eye doctor to examine the back of 
your eye to monitor or treat other eye problems, such as age-related macular 
degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
 In most cases, waiting to have cataract surgery won't harm your eye, so you 
have time to consider your options. If your vision is still quite good, you may not 
need cataract surgery for many years, if ever.
Cataract surgery risks include:
 Inflammation
 Infection
 Bleeding
 Swelling
 Dislocation of artificial lens
 Retinal detachment
 Glaucoma
 Secondary cataract
 Loss of vision
After the procedure
 After cataract surgery, expect your vision to begin improving within a few days. 
Your vision may be blurry at first as your eye heals and adjusts.
 Colors may seem brighter after your surgery because you are looking through a 
new, clear lens. A cataract is usually yellow- or brown-tinted before surgery, 
muting the look of colors.
 You'll usually see your eye doctor a day or two after your surgery, the following 
week, and then again after about a month to monitor healing.
 It's normal to feel itching and mild discomfort for a couple of days after surgery. 
Avoid rubbing or pushing on your eye.
 After a couple of days, most of the discomfort should disappear. Often, 
complete healing occurs within eight weeks.
Tips for post-cataract surgery
 Don’t do any strenuous activities for a few weeks.
 Don’t drive.
 Follow your doctor’s orders regarding any antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye 
drops.
 Stay away from dusty areas. 
 Don’t rub your eye.
 Don’t swim
 Don’t wear make-up.
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