Do you know how your eyes work? They’re complicated machines with many little parts working together to let you see the world around you. When even one of these parts malfunctions, it can lead to impaired vision.
The lens is one of the eye’s essential components. Sitting behind the pupil, it refracts light and brings objects at various distances into focus.
When we’re young, the lens is clear. But as we age, most of us will develop cataracts. Cataracts occur when the proteins in the lens start to break down and interfere in your eye’s ability to refract light.
Many with mild cataracts won’t notice any changes in their vision. However, cataracts will continue to worsen over time and eventually cause symptoms that may impact your daily activities. These include:
Cataracts are mostly associated with age, but you may be at a greater risk of developing them if you:
Mild cataracts can be managed by using brighter lights and magnifying lenses or by updating your eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions.
However, if your cataracts start to interfere with your ability to write, read, drive, or recognize family and friends, we may refer you for cataract surgery.
Cataract surgery is a safe and effective procedure that replaces your clouded natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens.
Our eye care professionals at Legacy Eye Care can provide diagnosis, customized treatment plans, and surgical referrals for cataract care. If you have questions about cataracts, cataract surgery, or are interested in learning more, please book your appointment with us today.
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