FAQ's
Cataract
How do I know when has a cataract?
Vision Deterioration, Seeing halos around bright lights, Glare from oncoming traffic lights, frequent change in the prescription power of spectacles.
When should I operate?
Ideally with modern methods, cataract can be removed at any stage, but it should be operated when it interferes with your daily life.
Which is a good lens?
Foldable lenses are good as they can be inserted through micro incision requiring only a small puncture. With advance optics foldable lenses the quality of vision especially at night and low light conditions is much better.
How long does it take to recover after a cataract surgery?
Recovery from a cataract surgery can take anywhere between 6 hours to 1 week. The Phacoemulsification technique has reduced recovery time drastically.
Will I require glasses after surgery?
It depends on the eye and the healing responses of the body. Gross work can be done without glasses but fine work may require a visual aid.
When can I resume daily routine?
Daily routine work can be resumed after a rest of 2 days depending on the work environment. Dust, pollution and stressful conditions should be avoided.
Contact Lens
I'm interested in wearing contact lenses. How long does it take to get used to them?
It depends on the type of contact lenses you choose. Most people find soft contacts — hydrogel or silicone hydrogel contact lenses— are immediately comfortable. If you choose rigid gas permeable contact lenses (also called RGP or GP contacts) or hybrid contact lenses, it might take a couple weeks or longer for your eyes to fully adapt to the lenses. In rare cases, a person might not ever feel comfortable wearing contact lenses.
Can a contact lens get lost behind my eye?
At worst, you might have trouble finding it under your upper eyelid if you rub your eye and dislodge the lens from its proper position. If necessary, your eye care practitioner can help you locate and remove the lens.
Can I wear contacts if I have bifocal eyeglasses?
- Yes, can go for multifocal and bifocal contact lens.
Are Contacts Hard To Put In?
In fact, they are easy to apply to and remove from the eye. It just takes a little practice and patience
Can you swim with contact lenses?
Swimming with contact lenses should be avoided whenever possible to help prevent bacterial contamination of your eye. Swimming with contacts can result in eye infections, irritation and potentially sight-threatening conditions such as a corneal ulcer.
Can I use water to clean my contact lenses?
No, you can’t use water for contact solution. You should never use tap water, bottled water or distilled water as a substitute for contact lens solution.
Dangerous microorganisms, including the parasite that causes Acanthamoeba keratitis, can be found in these environments, and if they adhere to your contact lenses or get trapped under your lenses, they can cause sight-threatening eye infections.