Cataract Surgery - Ananthapuri Hospitals, Trivandrum

A doctor at Ananthapuri Hospitals and Research Institute writes: 

“No, I don’t need surgery. I can see everything clearly Sushma. Look I can see your face as clearly”, an old woman cried out to her daughter. “Ma, I don’t want to see you getting hurt. How many times have you fallen down since this morning?”, the concerned daughter asked her mother. “I don’t think I can do this!”, said the mother, inaudibly. She was almost on the verge of tears. “Why do you fear it? It's just a 10-minute procedure and you can go home soon”, I consoled the patient.

Today, I would like to shed some light on cataract surgery. I hope you all read through the article! 

1. What is cataract surgery?

A cataract is a clouding that develops on the natural lens of the eye, which leads to a decrease in vision. Cataract surgery is the removal of the natural lens of the eye that has developed a cataract, and its replacement with an intraocular lens. It is also called lens replacement surgery. 

1.  Who is in need of cataract surgery?

Most cataracts cases develop due to ageing or injury of the eye tissues. Surgery is not necessary for all cataract cases. 

You need to have cataract surgery if: 

• You experience a dim or blurred vision that makes it difficult to read, work on a computer, or drive
• You have a disabling glare from the sun, or while driving at night

You find it difficult to do your hobbies or your daily routine

Sometimes your doctor might suggest surgery if your cataract has grown large enough to crowd the inside of the eye even if it doesn't bother you.

1. How long does it take to recover after cataract surgery?

The patients usually take 4 to 6 weeks to recover fully.

In most cases, you should be able to go home on the same day as your cataract surgery. Though the effect of the numbing drops used during the surgery may diminish within a few hours, it may take a few days for your vision to seem normal again. 

1. Can you give me some aftercare tips for cataract surgery? 

Follow these tips for safe and quick cataract surgery recovery:

• Don't drive on the first day
• Don't perform strenuous activities  for a few weeks
• Avoid swimming during the first week, as the harsh nature of chlorine may cause eye irritation
• Stay away from dust or anything that irritates your eyes for the first few weeks after surgery
• Don't rub your eye

In case you find the side effects worsening, visit an ophthalmologist immediately. Every surgical procedure possesses certain risk. However, doing your cataract surgery in a multispeciality hospital by experts can lessen the chances of the risks. The reason being, multispeciality hospitals like Ananthapuri Hospitals have expertise in managing all eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma, corneal and eye scleral disease, squint and ocular trauma, disease of the eyelids and orbit, anterior and posterior segment diseases and neuro ophthalmological disorders. 

We have the most sophisticated methods of ocular imaging like B scan and UBM scan of the eyes. 

All these at one destination! 

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Specialists in the Ophthalmology Department at Ananthapuri Hospitals, offer services ranging from routine eye examinations to complex surgical procedures. To book an appointment, call us at +91 9400332777 or visit our hospital at Chacka, NH Bypass, Thiruvananthapuram.

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