Cataracts Aren’t Preventable, But They Are Treatable!
Removing a cataract requires surgery, but you don’t always need it right away. Our industry-leading doctors can spot cataracts during a thorough eye exam and will suggest non-surgical cataract management options to keep you seeing clearly in the short term. When surgery becomes necessary, we will refer you to a trusted specialist and support you with pre- and post-operative care throughout the entire process.
What are Cataracts?
It’s common for your vision to worsen as you age, and one of the most common reasons is because of cataracts. With a cataract, your vision becomes blurry when the lens of your eye starts clouding, which prevents light from properly passing into your eye. This condition worsens over time and can result in vision loss or blindness if left untreated. The only way to restore your vision fully is to replace your clouded natural lens with an artificial lens during surgery.
Symptoms
When cataracts start to develop, you may not notice any obvious changes to your vision at first. As the condition progresses, you may begin to experience blurry vision, difficulty seeing in low light, haloed lights, colors fading, and double vision. If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s important to talk to an eye doctor so you can start managing your condition to protect your eye health and overall well-being.
Risk Factors
Cataracts can affect anyone, regardless of age, but they become more common as you get older. Certain habits, like smoking and drinking too much alcohol, and health issues like diabetes can also increase the chances of developing cataracts. A family history of cataracts may also increase your risk.
Our Advanced Tech Means Early Cataracts Diagnosis
A cataract can make it difficult, if not impossible, to perform daily tasks — but early detection and treatment can get you back to leading a full, productive life! During an eye exam with one of our knowledgeable doctors, we’ll use advanced diagnostics to check for signs of common eye diseases like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and more. The high-level precision of our tools combined with our practice’s vast experience and expertise allows us to identify the white or cloudy film that forms in your eye as the cataract starts to develop, meaning we can get ahead of it before it progresses further!
Your Trusted Eye Care & Vision Partners
At Maine Optometry, we strive for nothing short of the best in optometry with the latest technology and procedures. From childhood to retirement, our experienced doctors go beyond offering the basics of specialized exams and eye disease management to keep you covered. If you have a cataract, we’ll be with you every step of the way, from identifying the condition to co-managing your cataract care with a local surgeon. Schedule an appointment with your trusted eye care partners at one of our seven locations to begin your journey to clear vision and healthy eyes!
