Cataract: signs and treatment
Cataract is the leading cause of blindness that can be cured.
A cataract is clouding of the lens inside the eye. It is common in older people, people with diabetes and those exposed to a lot of sunlight.
Common signs
- Blurred or foggy vision
- Glare and halos around lights at night
- Colours look faded
- Frequent changes of glasses
Treatment
A short, safe operation replaces the cloudy lens with an artificial one. Most patients go home the same day. Come for an eye check to get advice.
Information on this site is for education and does not replace examination and advice by a doctor.
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