If you have a cataract, surgery may be recommended to remove it. This eMedTV resource explains how this type of surgery is used to treat cataracts and discusses what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.
Age-related cataract formation occurs as a result of protein clumpings or lens discoloration. This eMedTV article explains how both protein clumpings and lens discoloration affect vision and lead to the formation of age-related cataracts.
As this eMedTV article explains, you may experience itching or dryness after surgery to remove a cataract; however, you should not have pain. This page explains what to expect after this surgery, from moving to the recovery room to your follow-up exam.
In the case of cataract surgery, complications may include double vision, droopy eyelid, and infection. This eMedTV article identifies minor and major problems that may occur with cataract surgery, which can also include bleeding and swelling.
