Medics Healthlog

11/09/2026

02/11/2025

Flashes and Glare After a Cataract Operation
By Justin K Ng'andwe. COOi

What is it?
After a cataract operation, some people notice flashes, streaks, or rings of light around lamps, car headlights, or bright objects. This is called positive dysphotopsia — but simply put, it means seeing extra light effects after getting your artificial lens.

Why does it happen?
The artificial lens placed in your eye can sometimes bend or reflect light in unusual ways.
This happens when:

Light bounces off the edges of the lens

The lens reflects light inside your eye, creating glare or ghost-like images

You’re more likely to notice this if:

Your lens has sharp edges

Your replacement lens has a strong prescription

You’re in dim light (your pupils open wider and let in more light)

Will it go away?
In most cases, yes. These light effects usually fade as your brain gets used to your new vision. This adjustment process is called neuroadaptation, and it can take a few weeks to months.

When should you be concerned?
See your eye doctor immediately if:

The flashes appear suddenly

They don’t go away

You also see new floaters (small moving spots) or dark shadows

These could be signs of a retinal problem, which needs urgent attention.

Interesting fact:
A little cloudiness behind your artificial lens (called posterior capsule opacity) can actually make these light effects less noticeable — almost like a natural filter reducing the glare.

Bottom line:
Flashes or glare after a cataract operation are common and usually harmless. They often get better on their own, but if anything changes suddenly or feels unusual, don’t hesitate to contact your eye specialist.

29/07/2025

Post-Cataract Surgery Appreciation: A Fisherman's New Vision from Sinazongwe✨

From in Sinazongwe, comes the inspiring story of a dedicated fisherman whose life has been transformed by sight-restoring cataract surgery.

For a long time, he couldn’t cross the road alone—he had to wait for a friend to help him due to severe vision loss. But thanks to the bilateral cataract surgeries he underwent just two days apart, everything changed.

Only 14 days after surgery (on the review date), he is now confidently moving around on his own, crossing roads, and fully engaging in his fishing work again. His independence and dignity have been restored.

With heartfelt gratitude, he thanks the team (Sinazongwe town Council-Deartmwnt of health, Lusaka Eye Hospital (SDA), Disability Watch and Maamba Eye unit) that made this possible and encourages others with similar eye conditions to come forward and accept the service.

“I had lost hope, but today I can see clearly. Don't wait—get the help while it's available,” he says with joy.

We celebrate this successful outcome and salute our hardworking eye care teams for bringing vision and hope back to our communities.

Sight restored is life restored. 💙👁️🎣

Lusaka Eye Hospital Zambia Flying Doctor Service

28/07/2025

Understanding Cataract: Restoring Sight, Restoring Lives 👁️✨

Cataract is one of the leading causes of blindness globally, and Zambia is no exception. A cataract occurs when the clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurred vision, glare, difficulty seeing at night, and eventually, total blindness if left untreated.

👨🏽‍⚕️ Who is at Risk?
Cataracts are most commonly found in older adults, but they can also occur in younger individuals due to:

1. Injury to the eye

2. Diabetes

3. Prolonged exposure to sunlight (UV rays)

4. Smoking

5. Certain medications such as steroids

🩺 How is Cataract Treated?
The only effective treatment for cataract is surgery. During the procedure, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The surgery is safe, quick, and highly effective, often taking less than 30 minutes.

✅ The Benefits of Cataract Surgery:

1. Clearer, sharper vision

2. Improved independence and quality of life

4. Better mobility and reduced risk of falls

5. Restored ability to work or carry out daily activities

💬 COMING SOON!
In the coming weeks, we will be sharing powerful testimonials from clients in Sinazongwe, Southern Province, who have undergone cataract surgery in local language. Their stories highlight the life-changing impact of restored vision and the relief and joy of being able to see clearly again. You can share these stories with the aim of combatting the myths.

📍Stay tuned and be inspired by their experiences. You might just be encouraged to help someone in need or come forward if you or a loved one is suffering from poor vision.

👀 Let’s bring sight to light!

Lusaka Eye Hospital

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08/07/2024

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03/06/2024

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15/04/2024

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Republican President Hakainde Hichilema commissioned the Chifubu Level One Hospital in Ndola District on the Copperbelt Province. The President has since called on all health workers in the country to deliver quality maternal healthcare services. The directive aims at addressing maternal mortality and ensures that no woman dies whilst giving birth." Ministry of Health Zambia (2024)