Keeping A Watchful Eye On Cataracts

A very common condition that affects millions of people nationwide and in Dubai is Cataract, explains an Eye Surgeon Dubai. As  the population continues to age, the numbers keep increasing. Despite these escalating numbers of patients suffering from cataract, it is often manageable and treatable.

Here are some facts that everyone should know so that it can help you recognize Cataracts in Dubai and prevent permanent vision loss.

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye, which restrains the passage of light into the eye and results in blurred or dimmed vision.  The lens is what helps to focus an image onto the retina, which transmits the images to the brain.

Cataracts usually develop as a natural result of the aging process and can occur in one or both eyes. Apart from aging, there are other risk factors for developing cataracts, which include,  long-term exposure to UV rays from the sun, certain health conditions such as diabetes, genetic predisposition, eye injuries, eye inflammation, long-term steroid use, smoking and long term use of other long term medications.

Research shows that cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss among adults who are 55 years and older.  Over half the population above the age 65 has some degree of cataract development. By the time people turn 80years of age,  it is likely that most people will have developed a cataract or had Cataract Surgery in Dubai to remove it.

When a person is diagnosed with cataract and at the early stages of cataract development, the patient can use stronger lighting and glasses.  Special lens coatings can also reduce glare, at some point, however, on the long run cataract surgery is required to improve a patient's vision. 

Cataract surgery is very common and involves the removal of the clouded lens and in most cases replaces it with a clear lens made from plastic, called an intraocular lens (IOL). New developments in IOLs are constantly being researched to perform the surgery, even less complicated and more successful in helping to restore vision in patients of all ages.

Cataract surgery has a very high success rate and most people who have the surgery regain their complete vision. Consult with your Eye Clinic in Dubai to get information about the pros and cons, alternatives and expected results of cataract surgery.

And the most important fact to remember is that to prevent permanent vision loss, regular eye exams and checkups are the solution. Therefore, if you are 65 years, you should have a yearly eye exam, even if you feel you have perfect vision.

Eventhough, cataracts are a natural part of aging, it is important to make sure that you care for your eyes your entire life. Don't forget to make sure to have a dilated exam at least once a year. This will ensure you are examined for the early stages of cataract development and for other types of eye and vision related problems and will also help to maintain your overall health.

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