About Cataracts
Understanding Changes in Your Vision
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- Over 20 million people in the United States currently have cataracts
- 60% of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 have cataracts
- 91% of Americans between the ages of 75 and 85 have cataracts
- Cataract surgery is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures in the U.S.
- Basic cataract surgery is typically covered by insurance, including Medicare
The facts* about cataract surgery:
If you are over 55 and have noticed a decrease in your vision, you may be suffering from cataracts. Cataract surgery in the CSRA has become safer, with the potential for exceptional visual results, thanks to advancements in cataract technology.
Nearly 4 million cataract procedures are performed in the United States each year.
What is a Cataract?
Cataracts are typically caused by the natural aging process that occurs inside of the eye. It’s a gradual clouding of the eye’s clear, natural lens that can, over time, make your vision less sharp.
What Causes Cataracts?
While cataracts are typically caused by the natural aging process of the eye (everyone will develop cataracts if we live long enough), there are other factors that can cause cataracts, or exacerbate the development of cataracts, including:
- Overexposure to the sun’s harmful rays
- Eye injury or inflammation
- Use of certain medications
- Genetics
- Diabetes
- Smoking or alcohol abuse
- Congenital cataracts (born with cataracts)
Cataract Self-Evaluation
If you’re over 55 and have noticed changes in your vision, you may have cataracts. Take our free quiz to find out if cataract surgery may help.
Cataract Symptoms
Cataracts usually develop slowly and painlessly over time. In fact, in early stages, symptoms may be so mild that you may not even realize your vision is changing. However, as cataracts become more dense, you will experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Blurry/cloudy vision or difficulty reading without bright light
Glare and/or light sensitivity
Poor night vision
Colors appear dull and washed out or yellow
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