Learn About Cataracts
A cataract is a condition that develops in the lens of the eye. Cataracts are made from a protein that has altered from its natural state (denaturation), distorting and eventually prohibiting required light from entering into the retina, the part of the eye that receives light. Often cataracts cause no problems for many years but as the cataracts matures the cloudiness increases on the lens, the light reaching the retina decreases and significant sight loss and perhaps blindness can result.
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Symptoms of Cataracts
The most common symptom of cataracts is the noticeable blurring and worsening of vision. Other symptoms include the dimming and fading of colors, decreased night vision, problems with bright lights and sunshine, and in many cases, regular visits to the...
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Other Types of Cataracts
Depending on the cause of the cataracts development there are several types, other than age-related cataracts, which have been defined. They are secondary cataracts, traumatic cataracts, congenital cataracts and radiation cataracts.
Secondary cataracts...
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Risks of Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery has become one of the most common and well-perfected surgeries performed in North America. Its success rate is extremely high and side effects and risks extremely low. However, as with all invasive procedures, there will always be potential...
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