{"id":1747,"date":"2020-06-29T10:42:16","date_gmt":"2020-06-29T10:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/?p=1747"},"modified":"2023-09-30T14:41:48","modified_gmt":"2023-09-30T14:41:48","slug":"all-you-need-to-know-about-cataracts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/all-you-need-to-know-about-cataracts\/","title":{"rendered":"All You Need To Know About Cataracts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000\"><strong>A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the lens of the eye. It begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina works by converting the light that comes through the lens into signals. The retina sends the signals to the optic nerve, which carries them to the brain.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000\">While a cataract develops slowly over time, it\neventually interferes with your vision. Some people end up with cataracts in\nboth eyes; however, they usually don\u2019t form simultaneously. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cataracts are common in older people, with over 50%\nof the people in the United States having cataracts or have undergone cataract\nsurgery by age 80.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cateract-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1748\" style=\"width:512px;height:341px\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types of Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are\ndifferent types of cataracts and they are classified based on where and how\nthey develop in your eye. They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nuclear Cataracts:<\/strong> These form in the middle of the lens and cause the nucleus, or the centre, to become yellow or brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cortical Cataracts:<\/strong> These are wedge-shaped and form around the edges of the nucleus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Posterior Capsular Cataracts:<\/strong> These form faster than the previous two types and affect the back of the lens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Congenital Cataracts<\/strong>: These, which are present at birth or form during a baby\u2019s first year, are less common than age-related cataracts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Secondary Cataracts<\/strong>: These are caused by disease or medications. Diseases that are linked with the development of cataracts include glaucoma and diabetes. The use of the steroid prednisone and other medications can sometimes lead  to cataracts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traumatic Cataracts: <\/strong>These develop after an injury to the eye, but it can take several years for this to happen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Radiation cataracts<\/strong>: These can form after a person undergoes radiation treatment for cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-example-1024x588.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-example-1024x588.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-example-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-example-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-example.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Causes Cataracts?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There are several underlying causes of cataracts, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>An over-production of oxidants, which are oxygen molecules that have been chemically altered due to normal daily life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultra-violet radiation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-term use of steroids and other medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain diseases, such as diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trauma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radiation therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Symptoms\nof Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common symptoms of cataracts include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Blurry vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty seeing at night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeing colours as faded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased sensitivity to glare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Halos surrounding lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double vision in the affected eye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The need for frequent changes in prescription glasses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-cloudy.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-cloudy.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/cataract-cloudy-300x286.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Risk Factors of Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Risk factors associated with cataracts include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Older age<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy alcohol use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obesity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previous eye injuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family history of cataracts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over-exposure to the sun<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exposure to radiation from X-rays and cancer treatments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Diagnosing Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Vision Express in Saint Lucia, where we perform\nminor and major eye surgeries, your doctor will perform a comprehensive eye\nexam to check for cataracts and to assess your vision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will put drops in your eyes to make\nyour pupils bigger, making it easier to check the optic nerve and retina at the\nback of your eye for damage. Other tests your doctor might perform include\nchecking your sensitivity to glare and your perception of colours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prevention of Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To reduce your risk of developing cataracts, please\nfollow these crucial steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Protect your eyes from UVB rays by wearing sunglasses outside<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have regular eye exams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quit smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat fruits and vegetables that contain antioxidants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a healthy weight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep diabetes and other medical conditions in check<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cataracts-vision2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cataracts-vision2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cataracts-vision2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.visionexpressstlucia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Cataracts-vision2-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Treatment of Cataracts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unable or uninterested in surgery, Vision\nExpress will help you manage your symptoms. However, our very attractive\npayment plans ensure that you get the right care you need. We can also suggest\nstronger eyeglasses, magnifying lenses, or sunglasses with an anti-glare\ncoating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Surgery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\">Surgery is recommended when cataracts prevent you\nfrom going about your daily activities, such as reading or driving. It\u2019s also\nperformed when cataracts interfere with the treatment of other eye problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extra-capsular surgery involves removing the cloudy\npart of the lens through an incision in the cornea. After surgery, an\nartificial intraocular lens is placed where the natural lens was.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Surgery to remove a cataract is generally very safe\nand has a high success rate. Most people can go home the same day as their\nsurgery.<a> At Vision Express, we ensure both your safety and\nsuccessful recovery from surgery. So feel safe to check us first!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Outlook of a Cataract<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cataracts can interfere with daily activities and\nlead to blindness when left untreated. Cataract surgery is one of the most\nsuccessful procedures in the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the lens of the eye. It begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina works by converting the light that comes through the lens into signals. 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