Thane's Eye Specialists on Light Sensitivity After Cataract Surgery Insight Photophobia post-cataract surgery, a highly common and successful eye surgery, often results in a temporary increase in light sensitivity, commonly referred to as photophobia. Patients may experience anything from mild discomfort to severe irritation when exposed to various light sources. http://We ran into a problem. If you're in private mode (incognito), switch to regular browsing or try again later.