Achieve a Clear Vision with an Expert Eye Surgeon

London, February 17, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Mahi Muqit is an ophthalmologist cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon operating from two private practices in the London area: Moorfields Eye Hospital Private and 119 Harley Street. He offers the highest quality eye services, helping patients restore their eye sight and enjoy their lives to the fullest.

He is dedicated to patient care, providing patients with an extensive range of eye treatments, including the treatment of cataracts. He helps patients achieve a clear vision when their eyesight is compromised due to age-related cataracts, along with the host of other treatments including retinal surgery he provides to patients on a daily basis, exceeding their expectations.Mahi Muqit is a member of a large number of organizations, he is on the panel for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and he has also written a vast number of leading publications for various eye journals. He is an active consultant for diabetic retinopathy screenings in Indonesia and Bangladesh.

Ray Man, PA to Mahi Muqit said “Cataracts affect a high number of patients over the age of fifty. Cataracts cause blurred vision resulting from clouding of the natural lens of the eye. The lens is a transparent structure which is found just behind the pupil and is responsible for light transfer. Over time the cataracts get worse and eventually cause poor vision in patients, where surgery is often the only solution.”

Patients with cataracts experience a number of symptoms, each patient is unique and the symptoms vary considerably. Patients with cataracts in both eyes, may find different symptoms in each eye. The most common symptoms include patients finding it exceptionally difficult to see in bright or dim light, they may find that colours appear faded and some even see yellow or brown tinges when they look at anything. In some cases, patients suffer from blurred vision. Cataracts can lead to patients being unable to drive, and surgery can allow patients to drive above legal vision standards.

According to Mahi Muqit, there are a number of factors which influence cataracts. Those with a family history of cataracts are more likely to suffer in later life. Smoking, excess alcohol consumption and poor diet are also factors that influence the risk of cataracts, along with diabetes. In most instances surgery is the only solution. According to Mahi Muqit, surgery is usually performed under local anaesthetic as a day case with the patient able to return home the same day. The surgery is a delicate process which entails the removal of the lens and replacing it with a clear plastic lens. Mahi Muqit offers laser cataract surgery and this is new innovative technology that allows surgery to be done safely and effectively. Surgery has a high success rate in over 99% of patients, and helps patients achieve a clear vision. Most patients can return to their normal activities within a few short weeks.