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What is cataract surgery and its side effects?

    LASER SURGERY Cataract surgery is more common in the elderly, with referrals in the 50+ age group. A cataract  is  a condition where the eye's lens becomes cloudy, causing vision loss. It cannot be corrected  with  glasses and requires corneal refractive surgery such as Lasik.  Cataract surgery used to be a  long  process. But, with the advancement of technology, it takes an hour to complete the task.  Modern cataract surgery restores lost vision and reduces your dependence on glasses. Most  cataracts develop with the aging process and are common worldwide. Who should have cataract surgery? Not all cataracts are surgical. Many people feel better by wearing prescription or magnifying  glasses or lighters. Surgery is usually done until vision is lost or lost. Over time, when cataracts develop and vision diminishes or becomes blurred, it becomes difficult  to read or work on the computer or watch television. Night vision ...