Cataract Surgery: What to Do Before, During and Afterwards
After you celebrate your 50th birthday, the chances of developing cataracts increases manifold. According to a study, you have more than 50% chances that you will either have a cataract or undergo cataract surgery by the time you turn 80. Cataracts are an age related condition and causes a clouding of the lens in the eye. A small surgery is required to correct the condition. If you are undergoing cataract surgery, here’s what to expect before, during, and afterward: Before cataract surgery Before cataract surgery, the vision typically becomes cloudy, and colours appear less vibrant. When left untreated, cataracts increase in size, leading to vision loss and eventually blindness. Today, with advanced medical science, removing cataracts from your eye and replacing your lens is relatively simple. Before cataract it’s important to determine the best type of intraocular lens. Additionally, before undergoing cataract, you are required to stop taking certain med...