Cataracts

 

You've likely heard the term cataracts before. Cataracts are one of the most common eye problems in the world. In fact, over 24 million people in just the US have cataracts! While they are most often seen in people over the age of 60, they can develop at any age. They can also develop after an injury or eye surgery.

Cataracts are what happens when the clear lens of the eye begins to get hazy or clouded. At first, they only cause blurred vision. You may also have trouble seeing at night, and may experience halos around lights. Left untreated, cataracts can lead to vision loss.

The good news is that cataracts are very easily treated. In fact, cataract surgery is one of the most common outpatient surgeries in the US today. In this procedure, the clouded outer lens of the eye is replaced with a clear, artificial one. This can drastically improve one's vision, and, in many cases, is the only treatment required.

Do you know or suspect that you have cataracts? Contact your optometrist Hartland, MI to learn more, and to find out about treatment options.