Cataracts
Cloudy vision, foggy vision - that's how people describe cataracts. A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens that happens so gradually you may not really notice it until you have trouble driving at night or difficulty reading. At that point, you may need cataract surgery - a standard procedure that is very effective.
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- Q How common are cataracts in people with diabetes?
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Many people without diabetes get cataracts, but people with diabetes are 60% more likely to develop this eye condition. People with diabetes also tend to get cataracts at a younger age and have them progress faster. With cataracts, the eye's clear lens... Full Answer
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- Q Do cataracts cause a sandy feeling in the eyes?
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Cataracts do not cause a sandy feeling; that is often due to dry eye. Cataracts should be removed when they cause problems with vision, and they will not recur once they are removed. Full Answer
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- Q Is there any way to improve my vision when I have cataracts?
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If you have cataracts, there are visual aids available that can help you see better. A stronger prescription in your glasses, magnifying aids, and sunglasses can help, but the only real cataract solution is to have surgery before the visual damage... Full Answer
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- Q If I gain 'second sight' does it mean I have cataracts?
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Older individuals who wear reading eyeglasses sometimes find themselves able to read without their eyeglasses and think their eyesight is improving. The truth is they are becoming more nearsighted, which can be a sign of early cataract development. Full Answer
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- Q What could cause me to see contrasts less clearly?
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Loss of contrast vision is most frequently the result of a cataract developing in the eye. A cataract develops when the normal lens in the eye starts to become cloudy. This condition is usually associated with age. Get an eye exam in order to... Full Answer
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- Q Should I talk to my doctor about my cataract symptoms?
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It is important to talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any vision problems or changes that may indicate a cataract. In most cases, prescription eyeglasses can help improve your vision, at least for awhile. Eventually, your doctor may recommend... Full Answer
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- Q What would cause a child to be born with cataracts?
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Most infantile cataracts are idiopathic and isolated, which simply means that there is not an identifiable cause for the cataract and the child has no other abnormalities. A smaller group of children do have an identifiable cause. Most in this group are... Full Answer
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- Q How can I tell if my children will be born with cataracts?
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Your family history determines the probability that your children will be born with cataracts. Genetic counseling is a very good idea prior to deciding to have children. Full Answer
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- Q What are my options for cataract surgery?
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Patients have a lot of options with cataract surgery as far as the implant that is put into a patient’s eye. Learn more from Dr. Marian Macsai on behalf of NorthShore University HealthSystem about cataract surgery. Full Answer
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- Q How can I lower risks of cataract surgery on highly myopic eyes?
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There are no new technologies to decrease the risks of cataract surgery on extremely highly myopic eyes. However, a very thorough retinal exam by your ophthalmologist or retina specialist can help to find any predictable risk factors which might be... Full Answer
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