{"id":11221,"date":"2026-05-20T10:53:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T10:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/?p=11221"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:19:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T11:19:13","slug":"dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"DOs &amp; DON\u2019Ts: Before &amp; After Cataract Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cataract surgery is a big decision &#8211; which is why we want to make sure, when you finally go through with it, you know everything you must and must not do, before your procedure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cataracts form gradually, over a period of time, and might even go unnoticed initially. However, once the condition begins progressing, it can start significantly affecting your vision. Thankfully, modern advancements in technology allow for minimally invasive surgeries that can remove cataracts and restore your clear vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this blog, we are going to discuss some important points you must keep in mind before you undergo cataract surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Read more on:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#What_is_Cataract\" >What is Cataract?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#Things_to_Do_Before_Cataract_Surgery\" >Things to Do Before Cataract Surgery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#What_to_Avoid\" >What to Avoid?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#The_Day_of_Your_Cataract_Surgery\" >The Day of Your Cataract Surgery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#Dos_Donts_After_Cataract_Surgery\" >Dos &amp; Don\u2019ts After Cataract Surgery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#Dos\" >Dos:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/dos-donts-before-after-cataract-surgery\/#Donts\" >Don\u2019ts:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Cataract\"><\/span>What is Cataract?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before we get into the dos and don\u2019ts, here\u2019s an overview of cataracts:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cataract is an eye condition in which the natural (normally clear) lens of the eye gradually hardens and becomes cloudy.\u00a0 This essentially reduces the light entering the eye and focusing on the retina, leading to blurry vision, glare, and in some cases, <a href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/double-vision-diplopia-what-it-means-when-to-see-a-doctor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">double vision<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cataracts are primarily associated with old age; however, they can affect individuals of any age for various reasons. Some common risk factors include diabetes, smoking, prolonged exposure to sunlight, genetics (congenital), excess body weight, family history of cataracts, past eye surgery or injury, long-term use of corticosteroid medicines, or excess alcohol consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only way to effectively restore vision once you start developing cataracts is to undergo surgery. Before your surgery, your surgeon might share some tips on how you can prepare for the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do_Before_Cataract_Surgery\"><\/span>Things to Do Before Cataract Surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Avoid\"><\/span>What to Avoid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your doctor advises you to fast for a few hours before your procedure, do not eat or drink anything<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid using makeup or skincare products on the day of your surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your surgeon may also advise you to stop using any anti-clotting or blood-thinning medication before the procedure (<em>DO NOT stop taking medication unless specifically advised by your doctor<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop wearing contact lenses a few days prior to the surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not consume alcohol (in any form) for at least 24 hours before your surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Day_of_Your_Cataract_Surgery\"><\/span>The Day of Your Cataract Surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Arrive at the hospital on the date and time given to you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before the surgery, your doctor will assess some vitals such as BP and pulse rate (regardless of whether you are hypertensive\/diabetic or not)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then you will be given some dilating eye drops, followed by anaesthetic (numbing) eye drops in the eye that is being operated on<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, the actual surgery will take place, and you will be out of the OT in 10-20 minutes!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will not be admitted to the hospital, but ensure that a family member or friend accompanies you, as you will not be able to drive back yourself right after the surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>\ud83d\udc49 Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> Only one eye will be operated on for cataract in one day. Once your eye has healed and vision is back to normal, the second eye can be operated on.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_Donts_After_Cataract_Surgery\"><\/span>Dos &amp; Don\u2019ts After Cataract Surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to proactively take care of your eyes in the recovery period after your cataract treatment. Although the surgery is fast, bladeless, and painless, it still takes a few days for the eyes to heal completely. Following proper post-op instructions can help accelerate the recovery process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos\"><\/span>Dos:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use protective eyeglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the prescribed eyedrop &amp; medication routine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rest your eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear anti-UV sunglasses outdoors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donts\"><\/span>Don\u2019ts:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid dust, smoke, and eye contamination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skip heavy lifting or strenuous activities for a few weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid getting into moist environments such as hot tubs or swimming pools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t splash water directly into your eyes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sohana Hospital has expert <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sohanaeyehospital.com\/cataract-surgery-in-chandigarh-mohali\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">phaco &amp; cataract surgeons<\/a> who will devise a personalised treatment plan, including thorough assessments, a surgical plan, and pre- &amp; post-surgery instructions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advanced diagnostics and modern treatment facilities at Sohana Hospital help efficiently remove cataracts and restore crystal clear vision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/unity-of-4-advanced-4d-cataract-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Advanced 4D Phaco Cataract Surgery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sohanaeyehospital.com\/cataract\/flacs-cataract-surgery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Robotic+AI Cataract Surgery<\/a> (FLACS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sohanaeyehospital.com\/cataract\/mics-cataract-surgery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Micro-Incision Cataract Surgery<\/a> (MICS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f7ecef\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sohanaeyehospital.com\/blog\/why-you-shouldnt-delay-cataract-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why You Shouldn\u2019t Delay Cataract Surgery<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or anyone you know is dealing with cataracts, visit the Advanced Eye Care Centre, Sohana Hospital, Sector 77, Mohali, for a detailed evaluation today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cataract surgery is a big decision &#8211; which is why we want to make sure, when you finally go through with it, you know everything you must and must not do, before your procedure.&nbsp; Cataracts form gradually, over a period of time, and might even go unnoticed initially. 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