What are the symptoms?
In its early stages a cataract may not cause vision problems. However, some of the common signs associated with advanced cataracts include:
- Blurred vision
- Glare sensitivity
- Distortion or double vision in the affected eye
- A feeling of looking through a veil or curtain
Who is at risk?
Those most at risk include people who have:
- a family history of the eye condition
- diabetes
- a history of injury to the eye
- exposed their eyes to sunlight without protection over a long term
- had previous retinal detachment surgery
- certain hereditary conditions
How can it be treated?
Cataract are treated by surgical removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with a new lens
To find out about cataract surgery at Melbourne Eye Centre, visit our Cataract Procedure page.
Cataract
What is a cataract?
It is a common misconception that a cataract is a 'skin' that grows over the eye. Nothing could be further from the truth.
An eye is a bit like an optical instrument such as a camera. Like a camera it has a lens in it that is normally clear. When this lens becomes cloudy or opacifies, it is referred to as a cataract. It is one of the leading causes of vision impairment. While cataracts most commonly develop in those who are older, they can develop in younger people as well. Some people are even born with a cataract.
What is a cataract?
It is a common misconception that a cataract is a 'skin' that grows over the eye. Nothing could be further from the truth.
An eye is a bit like an optical instrument such as a camera. Like a camera it has a lens in it that is normally clear. When this lens becomes cloudy or opacifies, it is referred to as a cataract. It is one of the leading causes of vision impairment. While cataracts most commonly develop in those who are older, they can develop in younger people as well. Some people are even born with a cataract.
Mature cataract
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