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Mahi Muqit is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, a member of the British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons, and the UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. To find out more, visit https://www.retinasurgeon.uk.com/.
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Cataract Surgery – Everything You Need To Know Cataract surgery is a common procedure that removes the lens of your eye, replacing it with an artificial one. In a healthy eye, the lens is clear. Cataracts cause cloudy lenses, affecting your vision in the long term. This surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist and is done as an outpatient procedure, which means you can return home for recovery. It's a common and safe procedure. Cataracts are part of the aging process and cause blurred vision and make it hard to see at night, with lights causing a glare. When a cataract starts making it harder for you to carry out your daily activities, your eye surgeon may recommend cataract surgery. Sometimes a cataract can interfere with the treatment of another eye problem, in which case cataract surgery may be recommended. In the majority of cases, if you need to wait to have cataract surgery, it will not harm the eye, giving you time to weigh up your options and decide on your best course of treatment. If your vision is still relatively good, you can go years without having to have this procedure. As with any surgery, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with cataract surgery. The majority of risks can be successfully treated. They include infection, inflammation, swelling, bleeding, drooping eyelid, retinal detachment, the dislocation of the artificial lens, secondary cataract, glaucoma, and loss of vision. Your risks are increased if you have another serious medical or eye condition. In some cases, cataract surgery will not improve your vision due to underlying damage caused by other eye problems, such as macular degeneration or glaucoma. Your ophthalmologist may recommend you treat the other eye problems before deciding to go ahead with surgery. It is not uncommon for your ophthalmologist to recommend that you do not eat or drink for up to twelve hours before your surgery. You may also have to temporarily stop taking medications, such as blood thinners, which can increase your risk of bleeding during cataract surgery. You must advise your doctor of all the medications you currently take, so they can identify which ones will interfere and increase your risks during the procedure. Most patients can return home the same day as their surgery. It's important to note that you will not be able to drive, so you will want to ensure you arrange for someone to collect you from the eye hospital and drop you at home. You may need help around the home for the first few days, as often your activities will be limited. You may be told to not bend or lift anything for up to one week after cataract surgery. Approximately a week before the surgery your ophthalmologist will perform an ultrasound test, which measures the shape and size of your eye, helping them identify the right lens to use. This can include a fixed-focus mono-focal, multifocal lens, or an astigmatism correction lens.
The procedure is quick and safe. It is done as an outpatient surgery, taking less than one hour to complete. The ophthalmologist places eyedrops in your eye, that will dilate your pupil. Then you receive a local anesthetic that numbs the area. In some cases, you may be given a sedative to help you relax, so you may be awake, but groggy. Once the cataract surgery is completed you can expect an improvement to your vision within days. Don't be concerned if your vision is blurred for a few days as your eyes heal. About Us:Mahi Muqit is a leading consultant ophthalmologist, cataract, and vitreoretinal surgeon at two private clinics in London, United Kingdom. He provides patients with superior service and support with a range of surgical procedures to meet their eyesight requirements. He has built up a solid reputation for his eye services in the London area as an expert eye doctor and surgeon offering surgical retina, medical retina, and complex cataract surgery. He also offers surgery to patients suffering from diabetic retinopathy. Mahi Muqit is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, a member of the British and Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons, and the UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. To find out more, visit https://www.retinasurgeon.uk.com/.
