Cataract surgery

Cataract surgery

Cataract Surgery: Restoring Clear Vision

At Princ Hospital Lamphun, we understand the profound impact cataracts can have on your vision and quality of life. A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which occurs gradually over time. As the lens becomes increasingly opaque, less light can enter the eye, leading to symptoms such as blurred vision, increased nearsightedness, hazy sight, and double vision.

Cataracts can develop due to various factors, including aging, certain infections during pregnancy, excessive exposure to sunlight or UV rays, and overuse of the eyes. These factors can alter the chemical structure of the proteins in the lens, causing it to transition from clear to cloudy, ultimately impairing vision.

Cataracts progress in stages. In the early stages, they may not significantly affect vision, and the lens cloudiness may not be very noticeable. During this time, patients may experience worsening nearsightedness or increased astigmatism, necessitating frequent changes in prescription glasses.

As the cataract matures, the lens hardens and becomes more opaque, a stage known as a "mature cataract." At this point, vision becomes severely impaired, making daily activities challenging. When cataracts reach this advanced stage, surgical intervention to replace the cloudy lens is necessary to restore clear, unobstructed vision.

The Need for Cataract Surgery At Princ Hospital Lamphun, we understand that cataract surgery is the only effective treatment for restoring clear vision when cataracts have significantly progressed. While there are no medications or eye drops that can cure cataracts, in the early stages, when vision is not significantly affected, surgery may not be required. Instead, our experienced ophthalmologists may recommend managing symptoms through appropriate prescription glasses and anti-glare lenses if bright light causes vision problems.

However, when cataracts mature and significantly impair vision, our skilled surgeons recommend cataract surgery to remove the cloudy lens and restore clear, optimal vision. At Princ Hospital Lamphun, we prioritize your visual health and strive to provide the highest standard of care, utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technology to ensure the best possible outcomes.