Cataract
Known Symptoms
- Blurred or dim vision interfering with daily activities.
- Glare or halos around lights, especially at night.
- Frequent changes in glasses or contact lens prescription.
- Difficulty reading, driving, or recognising faces clearly.
Known Causes
- Natural ageing of the lens over time.
- Diabetes, prolonged steroid use, and UV light exposure.
- Eye trauma or previous ocular surgeries.
- Smoking or a positive family history of cataracts.
Care
- Wear UV-protective sunglasses to reduce lens damage.
- Control diabetes and avoid smoking to slow progression.
- Regular eye check-ups to monitor cataract development.
- Surgical lens replacement when vision significantly affects daily life.
- Blurred or dim vision interfering with daily activities.
- Glare or halos around lights, especially at night.
- Frequent changes in glasses or contact lens prescription.
- Difficulty reading, driving, or recognising faces clearly.
Featured Specialities
Our Speciality Services
Ophthalmology
In our Department of Ophthalmology, we provide comprehensive eye care for all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to complex surgery. Our ophthalmologists diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease (including transplants), retinal disorders, paediatric eye problems, and eye injuries or infections. In addition to advanced diagnostics, such as slit-lamp exams, OCT, perimetry, and imaging, we offer proven treatments such as phacoemulsification, ICLs, retinal and glaucoma surgery, as well as oculoplastic and lacrimal procedures. Care is coordinated with other specialties for safe peri-operative support and rehabilitation, and our clinics and theatres are equipped for day-case and inpatient procedures.
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