My mom needs cataract surgery and the doctor gave two options a 2.8mm incision with an Indian lens or a 1.8mm one with an imported lens. Which one is better for her? I'm a bit confused about the difference in incision size and lens quality

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Any lens can be implemented ie Indian or imported through either incisions. And results will be almost equal. So please look into your budget.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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My myopia is at -7 and keeps getting worse, plus I'm seeing these floaters everywhere. Should I be worried about this? Do I need surgery or is there another way to manage it?

Should you worry about flashes and floaters? Both are very common, especially in older people, and more often than not they are nothing to worry about. If they are bothersome, dark glasses have been found to minimise the presence of floaters and you can discuss options with your optometrist.

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My 1-year-old nephew was diagnosed with intermittent exotropia. I'm wondering if patching can really help fix this or if surgery is the only option. How effective are non-surgical treatments for kids this young?

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My mom is 59 and had eye surgery for lens treatment at Asian Hospital Faridabad. The doctor recommended QActive Q10 but it's a bit expensive. Can you suggest a more affordable alternative that works just as well?

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