Cataract surgery removes the cloudy natural lens and replaces it with a clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens, or IOL.
Cataract
What is Cataract?
A cataract is a condition where the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurred or reduced vision. It is one of the leading causes of vision impairment and usually develops due to:
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Ageing
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Diabetes
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Eye injury or trauma
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Prolonged use of steroids
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Genetic or congenital factors
Signs you should consult a doctor:
Cataracts usually develop gradually and may not cause noticeable symptoms in the early stages. However, as the condition progresses, certain changes in vision can indicate the need for an eye examination.
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Blurred or cloudy vision
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Difficulty seeing at night or in low light
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Increased sensitivity to light or glare
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Frequent changes in glasses number
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Fading or yellowing of colours
Cataract Surgery at Lotus Eye Hospital
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Consult our Cataract Specialists
Dr. Nikita Gunavanthe
Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Experience: 19+ Years
OP Days: Mon, Wed, Fri
Timings: 9am to 1pm
Dr. Brijesh Shah
Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Experience: 26+ Years
OP Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat
Timings: 9am to 3:00pm
Dr. Hetal Bhatt
Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Experience: 30+ Years
OP Days: Tue, Fri
Timings: Tue: 9am to 1:30pm; Fri: 9am to 4pm
Dr. Parul Shah
Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Experience: 35+ Years
OP Days: Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat
Timings: 9am to 1:30pm; Mon: 1:30pm to 3pm
Dr. Shilpa Deshpande
Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Experience: 25+ Years
OP Days: Mon, Wed, Sat
Timings: Mon: 9am to 3:30pm; Wed: 9am to 1:30pm; Sat: 1:30pm to 4pm
Dr. Radhika Karkera
Cornea, Cataract & Refractive
Experience: 15+ Years
OP Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Sat
Timings: 9am to 3pm; Thur: 1pm to 3pm
FAQS
Cataract FAQs
Simple answers to the most common questions patients ask before cataract treatment.
An IOL is an artificial lens implanted inside the eye after the cataract is removed. It helps restore clearer vision.
Surgery is usually advised when cataracts begin affecting daily activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces comfortably.
Cataract surgery is usually painless because local anesthesia is used to numb the eye. The procedure often takes 10 to 20 minutes, though the hospital visit may be longer for preparation and recovery.
It depends on the lens selected and your visual needs. Many patients still use glasses for reading or other fine tasks.
No. Cataract surgery is usually a day-care procedure, and most patients return home within a few hours.
No. Cataract surgery can be safely done in any season. The decision depends on the condition of the eye and readiness for surgery, not the weather.
No proven eye drops or medicines can cure cataracts. The effective treatment is surgery, where the cloudy lens is replaced with an artificial lens.
