Cataracts
What are cataracts?
Any opacity and cloudiness that develops in the crystalline lens
of the eyes are considered as cataracts. Cataracts are not formed
on the eyes. It is formed within the eyes. Most people would think
that a cataract is a film that grows on the eyes which causes
blurred images or sometimes double vision. The eye lens is enclosed
in a capsule. As the old cells die, it is trapped inside the
capsule. As time passes the cell will eventually build up causing
the eye lens to cloud, thus making images hazy and indistinctive.
It is one of the major causes of visual loss among adult who are
over
55 in the whole world.
What are the symptoms and signs of cataracts?
Cataracts at first are small, is has a very small effect of your
sight at first. Its first symptom is that your vision will be
blurred a little. Its symptoms depend on the location of the
cataract on the lens and the cloudiness of the cataract. The most
common symptoms are blurry visions, colors seem to appear faded,
poor night vision and sensitivity to bright lights. The type of
cataract will also affect what symptoms you will be experiencing.
Nuclear cataracts first symptom is the improvement of your near
vision. However this improvement will be short-lived and eventually
will disappear as the cataract deteriorates. Subcapsular cataracts
do not have any symptoms until it has fully developed.
What are the causes of cataracts?
Experts say that as we age the eye lens changes, forming
cataracts. Experts are progressively distinguishing the factors
that cause cataracts. Studies shows, that too much exposure to
ultraviolet light is connected with the development of cataracts.
They recommend that wearing sunglasses or wide brimmed hat will
minimize the exposure of ultraviolet light. Further studies also
show that individuals who are diabetic and users of major
tranquilizers, diuretics and steroids tend to be at high risk of
developing cataracts. Smoking, air pollution and alcohol abuse are
also included in the risk factors. Eating foods that are rich in
salt puts you on high risk of cataract development.
How to treat cataract.
Diets high in antioxidants (beta-carotene, selenium and vitamin C
and vitamin E) helps prevent cataract development. If symptoms
start to show you may be able to improve your eyesight with
appropriate lighting, glasses, magnifying glass, strong bifocals
and other visual aids. If your vision deteriorates badly and
impairs your daily activities such as reading, working or driving,
you should consider having your cataract removed by surgery.
Cataract surgery is the most effective way of restoring your
vision. In fact, cataract surgery is one of the most successful
surgery procedures in the United States. An average or nine out of
ten patients who undergo cataract surgery regain with a very good
vision. There are two types of cataract surgery procedure. These
are the phacoemulsification and the extracapsular surgery. Ask your
ophthalmologist for the type of cataract surgery procedure that
would be best for you.
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