Cataract surgery frequently asked questions and answers

Cataract surgery frequently asked questions and answers
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How long does it take for blurriness to go away after cataract surgery?

Blur vision after cataract surgery is just for maximum one week after one week you can be able to see a very sharp and clear vision with modern cataract surgeries.

Is blurred vision normal after cataract surgery?

Yes, Blur vision is very common after cataract surgery for a small span of one week, if it happens for more than a week you need to consult your doctor, the doctor will prescribe you few eyes drops, that will be fine in some time.

Can I wear my old glasses after cataract surgery?

No, need to wear, but yes you can be in need of wearing glasses for near or far sight, but multifocal it is gone off wearing glasses after the cataract surgery because multifocal lens gives you freedom of seeing without glasses for near and far locations.

Can you drive after cataract operation?

No, at least 10 days you must avoid driving after your cataract surgery because eyes could not be able to see clearly it may be affected sudden black and haloes and blurriness, so can be at risk of being an accident.

Which lens is best for cataract surgery?

Every lens is best depends which suits and fits into your eyes and what is your need of seeing far distance or close distance, there are three types of lens are available in the market, one helps you in seeing close sight and one for seeing too far, and third is multifocal lens which gives you freedom of seeing at both the distance near and far both.

Can I cook after cataract surgery?

No, avoid cooking for minimum 10 days, because hot air also can create moisture into your eyes and can infect your artificial lens which may lead to a blurriness and also to remove that lens again with a surgery, so avoid from cooking at least for a week

Is cloudy vision normal after cataract surgery?

Cloudy vision is a normal thing which generally people see after the cataract surgery, no need to worry at all, but if it continues seeing cloudy after a week then it's a matter of thinking, don't delay after a week or 10 days just consult an ophthalmologist asap.

How long does it take for an eye to heal after cataract surgery?

Usually it takes between one to two seeks, but the time can be increased if we do not take care properly like not instilling eye drops on time and taking medicines on time, so those can lead to increase timeline of healing after cataract surgery.

Can I rub my eyes after cataract surgery?

No, you are not allowed to rub your eyes after cataract surgery, as a human being it is a general thought if we run our eyes immediately after the cataract surgery that can lead to displacement of lens.

How soon after cataract surgery can I get new glasses?

Atleast for the span of one week you must wear black glasses that can save your eyes from the sun shine, pollution and muds, after one week start wearing your general glasses, this is my personal suggestion.

Should I wear sunglasses after cataract surgery?

Cataract surgery depends on the lens, if you are getting implant of near vision lens then you must wear glasses of far distance and same goes with near vision.

How soon can you shower after cataract surgery?

You can take a bath after 7 days, for avoiding dry eyes.

What are the side effects of cataract surgery?
There is no side effect of cataract surgery but that requires special care like avoiding splashing water on the face, going outside with goggles etc.

How long does it take to recover from cataract eye surgery?

It takes maximum 10 days to heal properly, but some small problems occurs like dryness and itching and watering for a small span of time.

Is cataract surgery painful?

No, cataract surgery has upgraded now, it happens with laser so there no pain because of no stitches.

Do you still need to wear glasses after cataract surgery?

Yes, there are types of lenses, one is multifocal with which you do not need to wear any glasses but it costs more but other lenses can be implanted for one distance that's mean if you go for distance vision lens you must wear glasses for near distance vision.

Can vision change after cataract surgery?

Yes it shows positive results and some times it gives a reverse good vision.

Can your vision be worse after cataract surgery?

No, surgery means promising a better vision with much clarity without bluriness.

What will my vision be after cataract surgery?

It will be normal, when we implant an artificial lens into the eyes it takes some to adapt that lens as a part of the body, but always shows a positive result.

How should I sleep after cataract surgery?

Avoid sleeping on that side which side's eye ent under the surgery, sleep opposite side of the surgery eye.

Is Cataract Surgery major surgery?

No, it is a walk-in and walk-out surgery, so no need to worry at all.

Can you blink during laser eye surgery?

No, your eyes will be stable with an instrument and it will not move anywhere.

Can you go blind from cataract surgery?

No, very fewer chances are there of going blind from cataract surgery, but sometime you should be sure on your reports like sugar, B.P, and other eye-related tests.

What is the average age for cataract surgery?

It's a least long life, cataract surgery happens only one time in life, but in a few cases, it happens twice in case of lens detachment.

Is it painful after cataract surgery?

No, even cataract surgery who have incision that also heals quickly if you choose right hospital and right doctor, you must go with the hospital who have advanced technologies with proven experience and having experienced doctors and of course price matters but it is not a big factor than the right doctor and best hospital for cataract surgery, so think wisely.

How long is your vision blurry after cataract surgery?

After two days you will be having a clear vision, blur vision happens just only on the day of surgery and day after from third it starts healing and leads to normal vision.

Why is my vision blurry after cataract surgery?

You have to follow postoperative instructions which your hospital may be given you or ask your doctor to guide for the same, few of them are: Keep your eyes away from the water and keep instilling eye drops regularly and eat suggested food and milk.

Can I drive after cataract surgery?

Yes, ofcourse you can drive, normally people are instructed to drive later of one week because your artificial lens becomes clear

Can I watch TV after cataract surgery?

Yes, you can see TV two days later.