Cataracts are the most common cause of poor vision in older adults and result in a cloudiness or opacity in the lens of the eye. A common early symptom of cataracts is blurred vision, which may affect reading and night driving. The growth of a cataract, which may affect one or both eyes, is usually gradual and painless. When a cataract affects normal vision it is surgically removed. Usually an intraocular lens is implanted to replace the natural lens, although contact lenses and cataract glasses are also used.
Cataract surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures and has a high success rate.
Complications of diabetes can include several eye diseases. One Macular edema is a build up of fluid in the central part of the retina. Another proliferative retinopathy involves the growth of abnormal blood cells which may rupture and form scar tissue. To help protect yourself from these eye diseases, be sure to visit your doctor annually and include a screening test for diabetes as part of your physical check-up. If you do have diabetes be sure to follow your doctor's orders regarding diet and medications to help prevent these sight-robbing complications.