Cataracts


A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that can cause loss of vision. It is possible for anyone to get a cataract, but it commonly affects people of 65. This loss of vision is due to a build up of protein over the lens in the eye, thus preventing light from passing through a normally clear lens. The reason for the protein build up is unknown.


Cataracts often form slowly and cause few symptoms. When symptoms are present, they can include:
Vision that is cloudy, blurry, foggy or filmy.
Sudden nearsightedness.
Changes in the way you see color, especially yellow.
Problems driving at night
Problems with glare.
Double vision.
Sudden temporary improvement in closeup vision.

Cataracts are easily treated with a simple surgical procedure.