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What is a Cataract?

Many patients think that a cataract is a film that spreads over the surface of the eye. In reality, a cataract is a naturally occurring change in the eye. A cataract is a gradual clouding that makes vision less sharp over time. Patients with cataracts often say their vision makes things look fuzzy, like they’re trying to see through a layer of wax paper. Cataracts can cause many symptoms, including blurry vision that may make it difficult to drive at night. Colors can also appear muted and dull to those with cataracts.

The eye works much like a camera. Like a camera, the lens must be very clear to see well. A healthy transparent lens absorbs light and accurately focuses it onto the retina, providing a crisp, clear image. As the aging process takes hold of the eyes, proteins begin to clump together, forming opaque clusters. Over time, these protein deposits eventually cloud the entire lens, allowing significantly less to pass through. The small amount of light that does make it through is diffused or scattered, leaving vision defocused. These protein clusters can also change the color of the usually transparent lens, making it a yellowish-brown color.

Early Signs of Developing Cataracts?

Blurry, Cloudy Vision

One of the most obvious signs of early-stage cataracts is the appearance of noticeable fuzzy spots in your field of vision.

Night Driving and Difficulty Seeing at Night

Patients with early-stage cataracts also report gradual worsening of nighttime vision.

Appearance of Halos and Glare

As the eye lens hardens and becomes cloudy, cataracts sufferers may notice the appearance of halos and glare in their field of vision.

Increased Light Sensitivity

For people with emerging cataracts issues, discomfort with bright lights will become increasingly noticeable and problematic.