My dad is 52 and getting cataract surgery tomorrow how long does the whole procedure usually take from start to finish? Just want to know what to expect for him

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I have a blood spot right in the center of my retina in one eye, and it's causing blindness. Is there any surgery that can remove the blood spot and restore my vision? Also, if a retina transplant is possible, are there any hospitals in India that do this procedure?

Ophthalmologist opinion is advised to the patient.

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Which is better for my eyes custom LASIK or Intralase LASIK? I'm trying to decide but not sure about the differences in safety, recovery, and results. My prescription isn't too high but I do have some dryness would one be gentler than the other?

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my 2 kids were diagnosed with astigmatism and I'm worried about how to treat it can vitamin A eye drops help correct their vision and if yes till what age would it work also wondering at what age surgery becomes an option for kids and is this condition usually genetic

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