Cataracts

✓ Written By Dr Christopher Khng, Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist Last Updated: July 12, 2026 Cataracts develop in four stages: early, immature, mature and hypermature. As the eye’s natural lens becomes progressively cloudier, vision moves from mildly blurred to severely impaired. Knowing which stage a cataract has reached helps you understand your symptoms and when treatment …

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While having cataracts can be a challenge in and of itself, having one on both eyes can bring more difficulty. In most cases, when people have cataracts in both eyes, one eye may have it worse than the other because each cataract will develop differently.  The rate of the cataract’s progression also gradually increases in …

What Is the Interval Between Cataract Surgery in Both Eyes? Read More »

Cataracts, a common eye condition, develop when the eye’s lens becomes cloudy, causing vision impairment. While ageing is the primary cause of this clouding, other factors like smoking, diabetes, prolonged exposure to sunlight, and specific medications can also contribute to its onset. Typical symptoms encompass blurry vision, poor night vision, sensitivity to light, and perceiving …

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Cataracts are a prevalent eye condition that affects many people all over the world. In fact, the percentage of elderly patients affected by cataracts is about 78.6%, which also increases as people age. 63.6% of patients are 60 to 64 years while 94.6% of people are those 75 years and older.  A cataract is an …

Cataract Insights: Do Cataracts Recur After Surgery? Read More »

There are three main types of cataract surgery: phacoemulsification (phaco), femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS), and extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE). Each removes the eye’s clouded natural lens and usually replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The right option depends on the density of the cataract and the health of the eye.

Cataract is an eye condition which clouds the eye’s natural lens, leading to blurred vision and, in severe cases, blindness. For many, cataract surgery becomes necessary to restore clear vision, especially if it affects your capability to function in everyday life. Surgery may also be required if the cataract makes it hard for your eye …

Everything You Need to Know About Cataract Surgery Recovery Read More »

Cataracts not only significantly affect your vision but your daily life as well.

Cataract surgery is a procedure performed by ophthalmological doctors and specialists that takes less than 15 – 20 minutes and significantly improves the quality of life of previously blind patients. However, there are occasionally some issues that can arise following cataract surgery. These occur in about 2 to 3% of eyes.  One such issue is …

Understanding YAG Laser Capsulotomy: What Happens After Cataract Surgery Read More »

When you notice that you may be showing signs of having a cataract, how do you know if you should see a cataract specialist? Read our blog to find out.