Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside your eye which causes your sight to become cloudy and misty. Cataracts are treated by surgery, during which the cloudy lens is removed and replaced by an artificial lens. Here you will find support on living well with cataracts, what to expect pre, during and post-surgery, get answers to your frequently asked questions and understand the cataracts journey.
Download our Understanding Cataracts booklet
Our cataracts booklet has been designed to help you, and your loved ones, understand a little bit more about your eye condition.
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General information
The cataract journey
Here you’ll find information about every stage of the cataract journey, from your initial appointment and living well with cataracts to surgery and recovery.
Cataract surgery and recovery
It's understandable that you may feel nervous about having cataract surgery, but our helpful guide will take you through what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Living well with cataracts
There are a range of changes you can make to everyday life to make living with cataracts that bit easier, from mobile phone settings to using public transport. Read our tips to help you live well with cataracts.
Frequently asked questions about cataracts
When you’re diagnosed with cataracts, it’s normal to have a lot of questions. Find answers to our most frequently asked questions here.
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Run by our specialist Waiting Well team, this service manages referrals from optometrists, other health professionals and the public through our helpline and via online referrals.
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