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To be straight, there really aren’t any downsides to having a cataract operation. Indeed, the only alternative is to continue with deteriorating eyesight because, if left unattended, the cataract will eventually cause virtual or complete blindness.

Full recovery from cataract surgery can take up to eight weeks. However, this certainly doesn’t mean that you’ll need to refrain from many of your favorite activities or be housebound during that time.

Anesthesia is a complex subject. It surrounds both awareness and sensation—two important aspects when it comes to having cataracts removed.

Most cataract surgeries proceed smoothly with little complication. However, there’s always the small risk of an issue—either during the surgery itself or afterward.

Most Americans aged 65 or over are covered by Medicare—a federal health insurance program. It also covers younger people with certain health conditions.

Cataract surgery is rarely done on both eyes at the same time. This is done for both practical and clinical reasons.