June – Cataract Awareness Month

What are Cataracts?

A cataract is when your eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy. Proteins in your lens break down.  Your vision becomes blurry, hazy or less colorful.

Symptoms of Cataracts may include:

• Blurry vision
• Double vision
• Extra sensitivity to light
• Bright colors appear faded or yellow

Causes of Cataracts:

• Aging
• Family history of cataracts
• Medical problems such as diabetes
• Sun (UV rays) exposure without sunglasses
• Smoking

How are cataracts diagnosed?

A comprehensive eye exam by your optometrist can determine if you have cataracts.

Click on the following link to learn more.

https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/cataracts