A cataract is when there is a clouding of the lens of the eye, making it difficult to carry out day to day activities. People who experience cataracts liken it to looking out of a fogged up window.
Whilst it is more common in older people, there have been cases in the younger generations.
There are many causes of cataract formation, however, ageing is the most common. As we age, proteins in the body begin to change and likewise this affects the lens in the eye.
Causes may also be from environmental factors, genetics, previous eye injuries or surgery and even nutritional factors. Diabetes, is also a cause, particularly amongst the cases in the younger generations.
There are many symptoms that could present themselves. These can include:
As with all noticeable changes in vision, it is important to book an eye examination to detect whether a cataract or other eye disease is apparent.
As there are different forms of cataract, it may be a simple change in your prescription glasses however we will always refer you to an Ophthalmologist for further diagnosis.
Factors that may increase the risk of age-related cataracts forming, including;
Should our Optometrist discover any signs of cataracts we will refer to you an Ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment. Your ophthalmologist will decide which treatment option is best suited to you.
Our skilled team will help you select the best lens design to help you get the best out of your vision, factoring in individual lifestyle, ergonomics and physical requirements
Being a third generation optometrist business we have the expertise and the technology to early detect the most common eye problems and provide you with professional eye care guidance and solutions
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