Bringing it All Into Focus

Cataracts are a very common condition that affects nearly everyone as they age. They can occur in one or both eyes. While there are some rare occasions that can see someone suffering from a cataract earlier in their life (such as genetics, illness, or eye trauma), most people don’t have an issue until later in life. Because this is such a common—and sight-threatening—condition, it’s important to be regularly screened for cataracts from age 40 onwards.

We’re aware that even though it’s done many times, for the individual it certainly isn’t routine. One aspect that many people worry about is the recovery period. While this tends to be short, with good results experienced within a few days, it pays to be aware of what to expect. There are also many things you can do (or not do) that will help to minimize the recovery time.