ZAHRA
MEDICARE OFFERING THE LATEST IN FEMTO LASER CATARACT
Zahra Medicare, Pakistan’s most advanced
laser correction clinic treating cataracts and providing freedom from glasses
and contact lenses. Not all Laser Eye clinics in Pakistan offer all
advancements and the latest in technology. At Zahra Medicare we are the
FIRST clinic in Pakistan to offer the latest third generation Femto Cataract
procedure. We also offer Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery.
Cataract Surgery Unit
Advanced
Technology
Clear Corneal Incision, Creation
of Capsulotomy, Softening of Cataract, Correction of Astigmatism
Advanced
Technology
Clear Corneal Incision, Creation
of Capsulotomy, Softening of Cataract, Correction of Astigmatism
Traditional
Cataract
Traditional cataract surgery is
for those who are not suitable for Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery.
What is cataract?
A
cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of your eye. For people who
have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is a bit like looking through a
frosty or fogged-up window. Clouded vision caused by cataracts can make it more
difficult to read, drive a car (especially at night) or see the expression on a
friend’s face. Most cataracts develop slowly and don’t disturb your eyesight
early on. But with time, cataracts will eventually interfere with your vision.
At first, stronger lighting and eyeglasses can help you deal with cataracts.
But if impaired vision interferes with your usual activities, you might need
cataract surgery. Fortunately, cataract surgery is generally a safe, effective
procedure.
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of cataracts
include:
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Clouded, blurred or dim vision
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Increasing difficulty with vision at night
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Sensitivity to light and glare
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Need for brighter light for reading and other activities
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Seeing “halos” around lights
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Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens prescription
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Fading or yellowing of colors
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Double vision in a single eye
At
first, the cloudiness in your vision caused by a cataract may affect only a
small part of the eye’s lens and you may be unaware of any vision loss. As the
cataract grows larger, it clouds more of your lens and distorts the light
passing through the lens. This may lead to more noticeable symptoms.
When to see a doctor?
Make an appointment for
an eye exam if you notice any changes in your vision. If you develop sudden
vision changes, such as double vision or flashes of light, sudden eye pain, or
sudden headache, see your doctor right away.
Causes
How a cataract forms?
Types of cataracts
·
Cataracts
affecting the center of the lens (nuclear cataracts). A
nuclear cataract may at first cause more nearsightedness or even a temporary
improvement in your reading vision. But with time, the lens gradually turns
more densely yellow and further clouds your vision.
As the cataract slowly progresses, the lens may even turn brown. Advanced
yellowing or browning of the lens can lead to difficulty distinguishing between
shades of color.
·
Cataracts
that affect the edges of the lens (cortical cataracts). A
cortical cataract begins as whitish, wedge-shaped opacities or streaks on the
outer edge of the lens cortex. As it slowly progresses, the streaks extend to
the center and interfere with light passing through the center of the lens.
Cataracts that affect the back of the lens (posterior subcapsular cataracts). A
posterior subcapsular cataract starts as a small, opaque area that usually
forms near the back of the lens, right in the path of light. A posterior
subcapsular cataract often interferes with your reading vision, reduces your
vision in bright light, and causes glare or halos around lights at night. These
types of cataracts tend to progress faster than other types do.
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Cataracts
you’re born with (congenital cataracts). Some people are born with
cataracts or develop them during childhood. These cataracts may be genetic, or
associated with an intrauterine infection or trauma.
These
cataracts also may be due to certain conditions, such as myotonic dystrophy,
galactosemia, neurofibromatosis type 2 or rubella. Congenital cataracts don’t
always affect vision, but if they do they’re usually removed soon after
detection.
Risk factors
Factors that increase your risk
of cataracts include:
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Increasing age
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Diabetes
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Excessive exposure to sunlight
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Smoking
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Obesity
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High blood pressure
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Previous eye injury or inflammation
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Previous eye surgery
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Prolonged use of corticosteroid medications
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Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol
Prevention
No studies have proved how to
prevent cataracts or slow the progression of cataracts. But doctors think
several strategies may be helpful, including:
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Have
regular eye examinations. Eye examinations can help detect
cataracts and other eye problems at their earliest stages. Ask your doctor how
often you should have an eye examination.
·
Quit
smoking. Ask your doctor for suggestions about how to stop smoking.
Medications, counseling and other strategies are available to help you.
·
Manage
other health problems. Follow your treatment plan if you have
diabetes or other medical conditions that can increase your risk of cataracts.
·
Wear
sunglasses. Ultraviolet light from the sun may contribute to the
development of cataracts. Wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet B (UVB) rays
when you’re outdoors.
·
Reduce
alcohol use. Excessive alcohol use can increase the risk of cataracts.
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