Cataracts | Vision One Eyecare

Cataracts Explained

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. The lens is normally clear, but it can become cloudy as we age. This cloudiness can make it difficult to see.

What is the cause of cataracts?

There are many causes of cataracts, including:

Age

Diseases such as
diabetes and glaucoma

Injury

Smoking

Exposure to
ultraviolet light

Medications

Cataracts Causes and Symptoms

Cataracts are very common, and they affect more than half of all people over the age of 65.

The symptoms of cataracts include:

Difficulty seeing at night
Sensitivity to light
Blurred vision
Colours that look washed out
Double vision

If you have any of these symptoms, it is important to see an optometrist.

Cataracts Treatment and Management

There is no cure for cataracts, but they can be treated with surgery.

Cataract surgery is a safe and effective procedure that can restore your vision.
During surgery, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens.

Most people who have cataract surgery experience significant improvement in their vision. However, there are some risks associated with surgery, such as infection and bleeding.

If you are considering cataract surgery, talk to an optometrist about the risks and benefits of the procedure.

As well as surgery, a range of management options are available for those with small cataracts that are not progressing.

In an appointment with our optometrists, the Vision One Eyecare team may recommend solutions such as new prescription glasses and more regular eye tests to monitor your cataracts.

Here is some additional information about cataracts:

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the world.

Cataract extraction is one of the most common surgeries performed in Australia.

The success rate of cataract surgery is very high.

Cataracts do not grow back.

Cataracts are removed using advanced laser technology.

You do not need to wait for cataracts to ‘ripen’ before removing them.

For cataract diagnosis, management, and treatment, make an appointment with our local optometrists. You can find Vision One Eyecare in Mornington, Langwarrin, and Carrum Downs.

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