Val Phua

Compare monofocal and multifocal lenses for cataract surgery, including vision range, glasses use, halos, night driving, contrast and suitability.

Learn when you can fly and travel after cataract surgery, how to manage eye drops, cabin dryness and luggage, and why flying with an eye…

Learn when you can swim after cataract surgery, whether goggles make swimming safe and when to return to pools, the sea, hot tubs and water…

Learn when you can exercise after cataract surgery, including safe timelines for walking, running, gym workouts, weights, swimming, yoga and racket sports.

Learn when you can drive after cataract surgery, how to know your vision is safe, when to avoid night driving and why recovery time differs…

Learn what to avoid after cataract surgery, including eye rubbing, swimming, heavy lifting, exercise, driving, makeup and symptoms needing urgent review.

Learn what to expect during recovery after cataract surgery, including the healing timeline, eye drops, activity restrictions, vision changes and warning signs.

Follow cataract surgery day step by step—from fasting, medication and registration to anaesthesia, lens replacement, recovery and returning home.

Cataract surgery often takes 15–30 minutes, but the complete hospital visit takes several hours. Learn what affects surgery time, discharge and recovery.

Cataract surgery is usually painless under local anaesthesia. Learn what you may feel during surgery, anaesthesia options, normal discomfort and urgent warning signs.