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Cataract

Clear vision with modern cataract surgery

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Cataract causes cloudy vision due to lens opacity and is treatable with safe surgery.


Causes of Cataract

Why cataract develops


Symptoms

Gradual vision loss, glare and difficulty seeing at night.

Blurred vision

Cloudy or foggy vision

Night difficulty

Poor vision in low light

Glare sensitivity

Trouble with bright lights

Frequent prescription change

Glasses number changes often


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Updated glasses

Helps in early stage

Temporary
2

Better lighting

Improves visibility

Supportive
1

No injection treatment

Cataract cannot be treated with injections

Not applicable
1

Phacoemulsification

Ultrasound breaks cloudy lens and replaces it

Gold standard
2

Laser cataract surgery

Laser-assisted precise surgery

Advanced
3

IOL lens options

Monofocal, multifocal, toric lenses available

Custom vision

Recovery Timeline

Fast recovery with modern surgery — most patients regain vision within days.

  • Day 1
    Immediate improvement Vision starts clearing within 24 hours
  • Week 1
    Healing phase Mild irritation, improving clarity
  • Month 1
    Stable vision Clear and stable eyesight

FAQ

Is cataract surgery safe? +
Yes, it is one of the safest and most common surgeries worldwide.
When should I get surgery? +
When vision starts affecting daily activities like reading or driving.

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