Cataract

Cataract is the clouding of the lens of the eye. This condition results in a reduced amount of light entering the eye, thus affecting vision.

What is a Cataract?

Cataract is the clouding of the natural crystalline lens.

What are the symptoms associated with cataract?

Cataract generally causes blurring of vision. Patients may also notice glare and difficulty in driving at night.

What causes a cataract?

Cataract most commonly occurs gradually with age. However, it may also develop following steroid use, inflammation of the eye, or trauma.

What is the treatment for Cataract?

Cataract needs to be treated if it affects the vision. Cataract can be treated with Cataract Surgery which is performed as a day procedure in a Hospital. Cataract surgery involves removal of the cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial lens.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column]

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Various treatment options are available for cataracts, including cataract surgery.