- Cataracts - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which is typically clear For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window
- Cataracts - Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Diagnosis . . . - WebMD
If your child’s cataract is small and doesn’t affect their vision, it may not need to be removed But if it does affect their eyesight, it should be treated as soon as possible
- Cataracts: Signs, Symptoms Treatment Options
Cataract surgery is the only way to remove cataracts and restore your clear vision During cataract surgery, an ophthalmologist removes your clouded natural lens and replaces it with an intraocular lens (IOL)
- What Are Cataracts? - American Academy of Ophthalmology
Using the slit lamp, an ophthalmoscope or both, the doctor looks for signs of cataract Your ophthalmologist will also look for glaucoma, and examine the retina and optic nerve
- Cataracts - National Eye Institute
A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of your eye More than half of all Americans age 80 and older either have had cataracts or have had surgery to get rid of cataracts Learn about the types, symptoms, and causes of cataracts and how your doctor will diagnose and treat them
- Cataract: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment - Harvard Health
A cataract is a clouding of the lens This distorts or blocks the passage of light through the lens, causing cloudy or blurred vision, other visual problems, and even blindness
- 11 Signs and Symptoms of Cataracts - All About Vision
Cataract symptoms can develop slowly and vary from person to person Find out which common signs could point to cataracts
- Cataracts: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis Treatment
Common cataract symptoms include gradual blurry vision, glare from lights, trouble seeing at night, and reduced color clarity Recognizing these symptoms early can help you manage your vision proactively
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