Vision Care and Cataracts

Are you or does someone you know have any of these symptoms?

· Cloudy, fuzzy, foggy, or filmy vision

· Loss of color intensity

· Frequent changes in eyeglass prescription

· Bright lights causing a glare and vision problems at night

· Increased sensitivity to glare from lamps or the sun

· Double vision

· Decreased sensitivity to colours and shades

These are some of the common symptoms people have when they are dealing with cataracts. These are reasons to see your doctor or optometrist regardless of the time. Any changes to your vision require attention.

Cataracts affect thousands of Canadians each year. It's a debilitating and hard thing to deal with, yet there are ways in which you can treat them.

What are cataracts?

A cataract is a cloudy area that lies within the lens of the eye. Normally the lens would be clear, but this cloudy covering can interfere with your vision and day to day life and needs the attention of a professional to take care of it.

Cataracts are rarely seen in infants or children. It can however be congenital, which means it may run in the family. Cataracts form often in adulthood, and can be caused by a number of things.

Some of the things that can cause cataracts to form are; certain medications, diabetes, infections, metabolic diseases, among other factors. Cataracts are treatable, but it is something you need to see a professional about.

Your doctor may order some tests to be done to help determine you're visual concerns. He/she may order a Glare Test or a test to test Contrast Sensitivity. There are other tests which they may determine to do, depending on your individual needs.

The need for surgery comes when 'normal living' becomes and issue. This surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure and does not necessarily require general anesthesia. Although, for minor cases there may be some treatments your doctor will be able to try such as; a change of glasses, or using a magnifying lens, not cures, more of an alternative. Many choose the surgery to reap the benefits of clearer vision again.

Although cataracts can be a nuisance and can hinder life, this problem is one your doctor sees often; he or she will ensure you are led through the process of regaining your sight and your independence once again.

Again, when you find that your sight isn't what it should be, see your doctor. Your best chance for making it better is 'seeing' it through, not ignoring it.

See your doctor and you will see things in a whole new light!

Medical Disclaimer: This article is designed for informational purposes only and should not be used in any other manner. This information is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice.

Ruth is actively involved with the internet and she finds it very exciting. Her passions are people and pet health. She is a wife, a stepmom a dog owner and a business person. She is married for almost 30 years to Chris who has been, and still is, battling the monster MS. Naturally Rebuilding Vision is a new interest Ruth has delved into. Her Vision Blog is- Rebuild-Your-Vision.com - Pick up a free vision report here

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