Cataract Surgery

If your vision has become cloudy, hazy, or washed out, cataracts may be the cause. A cataract develops when the natural lens inside your eye gradually becomes cloudy, creating areas of opacity that interfere with your vision. Cataracts are one of the most common eye conditions, particularly as we get older, and they can make everyday tasks like reading, driving, and recognising faces increasingly difficult.

Cataracts usually develop in both eyes, though one is often more affected than the other. As the cataract matures, colours can appear faded, vision may seem foggy, and bright lights may cause more glare than usual. Other symptoms include difficulty seeing clearly at night, seeing halos around lights, and frequent changes to your glasses prescription.

Common causes include ageing, diabetes, previous eye injury, prolonged use of corticosteroid medications, excessive UV exposure, high blood pressure, and smoking. A family history of cataracts can also increase your risk.

At Eye Health Clinic Bermuda, our consultant ophthalmologists provide personalised cataract surgery in Hamilton, from your initial consultation through to treatment and follow-up. You don’t need to travel overseas for specialist care.