Thane's Eye Specialists on Light Sensitivity After Cataract Surgery Overview Eyes sensitive to light after cataract surgery, one of the most common and effective eye procedures, often results in a temporary increase in light sensitivity, a condition known as photophobia. Patients may experience anything from mild discomfort to severe irritation https://www.evernote.com/shard/s667/sh/089f20d3-fff1-6601-1517-d74338f9a8b7/ZslRHdkbLOEHq6jGJvJAfZ5a8DIqVo-mSUs_GK59NyNePFtXSjqJO-aAPQ