What is Cataract?

Description of the disease

Cataract is a eye disease in which the lens becomes cloudy, leading to vision impairment.

Classification

• Congenital cataract
• Acquired cataract
• Traumatic cataract

Symptoms

Symptoms of cataract include vision deterioration, double vision, changes in color perception, glare and fuzziness in the eyes.

Causes

The main causes of cataract are aging, trauma, genetic predisposition, prolonged sun exposure, eye diseases (e.g. diabetic retinopathy).

Diagnosis

Cataract diagnosis is done through eye examination, visual acuity test, and measurement of intraocular pressure.

Treatment

The only effective treatment for cataract is surgical intervention, during which the lens is replaced with an artificial one.

Prevention

For cataract prevention, it is recommended to have a proper diet, protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation, and timely treatment of eye diseases.

Doctor

The doctor who diagnoses and treats cataracts is called an ophthalmologist.