A cataract is a clouding of the normally transparent lens of the eye. As the lens becomes increasingly opaque, light rays entering the eye are prevented from focusing on the retina, the light sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye. Symptoms include blurred vision, sensitivity to light and glare, distortion, and dimming of colors and vision.

Types of cataracts

Age Related Cataracts - occurs when protein clusters up in the lens and causes cloudiness or from the discoloration of the lens from aging.

Secondary cataract - forms after surgery from other eye disease like glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy.

Traumatic cataract - forms after eye injury.

Congenital cataract - present at birth due to birth defects, diseases, or other problems.

Radiation cataract - forms after major exposure to radiation.

Causes of catarct

Aging of the eye is the main common cause of the cataract. Cataract develop from medications, family history, eye injuries, any previous surgery of eye, health problem such as diabetes, exposure to sun rays for a long period and use alcohol and smoking. Sometimes genes can be developing cataract.

Symptoms of catarct

Clouded, blurred or dim vision.
Increasing difficulty with vision at night.
Sensitivity to light and glare .
Halos around lights .
The need for brighter light for reading and other activities.
Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens prescription.
Fading or yellowing of colors.
Double vision in a single eye.

Diagnosis of catarct

Your doctor will perform a thorough examination of your eyes. Glare testing and contrast sensitivity tests are sometimes used. There is no single objective test to determine a need for cataract surgery. The final decision for cataract surgery is made by the patient and depends on how much the decreased vision from the cataract is bothersome.

Treatment of catarct

Surgery is the effective treatment for a cataract. In surgery, abnormal clouded lens will removed and clear lens implant instead of affected lens. Exercise, dietary supplements, medications and optical devices are not cured for a cataract. You can be used following ways to fight against symptoms of a cataract:-

Use only magnifying glasses during reading.
Don't drive at night.
Use accurate prescription contact lenses and eyeglasses.
Wear sunglasses when go outside at day time.

Prevention Tips of catarct

Don't smoke - Smoking is not good for health and it makes free radicals.
Eat a balanced diet - Eating lots of fruits and vegetables may have a modest effect in preventing cataract development.
You can wear sunglasses that block out UVA and UVB rays to help reduce your chances of getting cataracts as a result of damage from ultraviolet light in sunlight.
Take care of other health problems - Follow your treatment plan if you have diabetes or other medical conditions.

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