Cataract meaning - #6749
I recently heard about cataracts, but I didn’t fully understand what they are. What exactly is the cataract meaning, and how do they affect vision? From what I read, a cataract is when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, making vision blurry or hazy. But what causes cataracts—is it just aging, or can things like diabetes, smoking, UV exposure, or genetics also play a role? I also learned that cataracts develop slowly, so some people don’t even realize they have them at first. But how do doctors diagnose cataracts, and when do they decide that surgery is needed? Another thing I wonder is whether cataracts can be prevented. Can wearing sunglasses, eating certain foods, or using eye drops slow their development, or is surgery the only real solution? For those who have had cataract surgery, what was the experience like? Did your vision improve immediately, or did it take time to adjust?
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