BLURRY, CLOUDY VISION ISN’T JUST AGING
It Could Be Cataracts
What are Cataracts?
Inside your eye, just behind the colored part called the iris, is a small natural lens. When you are younger, this lens is crystal clear. Over time, it can slowly become cloudy. When that happens, it is called a cataract.
As cataracts develop, they can cause:
• Blurry or hazy vision
• Colors to look dull or faded
• Increased glare, especially from headlights at night
• Difficulty seeing clearly in bright light
Cataracts are a normal part of aging and develop gradually.
How Are Cataracts Treated?
In the early stages, we simply monitor cataracts during your routine exams, usually every 6 to 12 months.
When they begin to significantly affect your daily activities, cataract surgery is recommended. The cloudy lens is gently removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens.
Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most commonly performed procedures in medicine. It is typically quick, causes little to no discomfort, and you go home the very same day.
