What is the side effect of cataract surgery?

Side effects are rare from cataract surgery, but some things that could happen are: Eye infection or swelling. Bleeding. Retinal detachment — the breaking away of a layer of tissue at the back of your eye that senses light.

Does your brain have to adjust after cataract surgery?

Spend a few quiet days following your surgery to allow your brain to adjust to the change in your vision. Be aware that images may look different from before your operation. Allow a little more time and care in performing your daily activities whilst you adjust.

Can cataract surgery cause vestibular problems?

Patients who have a pre-existing vestibular dysfunction are more at risk after cataract surgery. There are also various visual characteristics that may increase the likelihood of disrupting the visual-vestibular connection.

How long does it take for eyes to completely heal after cataract surgery?

These side effects usually improve within a few days, but it can take 4 to 6 weeks to recover fully. If you need new glasses, you will not be able to order them until your eye has completely healed, usually after 6 weeks.

Can cataract surgery cause balance problems?

Purpose: Cataract is a major cause of visual impairment among elderly. Cataract surgery improves visual afferencies and can have an impact on balance.

How do you deal with eye imbalance after cataract surgery?

Allowing your eyes to rest may reduce the amount of vision imbalance you experience, and it will make your overall recovery much smoother. If you are still experiencing vision imbalance after a few days post-surgery, try seeing if any of your glasses provide relief.

Can a cataract cause balance problems?

Moreover, sudden increase in vision in one eye while the other eye still has cataract may cause imbalanced vision and consequently impaired balance rather than improved balance.

What holds the new lens in place after cataract surgery?

Your lens is held in place by delicate fibers called zonules. If you’ve had an eye lens replacement for cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange, your intraocular lens implant (IOL) is held in place by a small sac and these thin fibers.