Cataracts are cloudy areas in part or all of the eye lens. If they become large or thick, they can usually be removed by surgery. Glaucoma results from too much fluid pressure inside the eye and can lead to vision loss. Treatment may be include prescription eye drops, oral medications or surgery. Retinal disorders include age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment.
Macular degeneration can ruin sharp vision needed to see objects clearly and to do common tasks.
In some cases, it can be treated with lasers. Diabetic retinopathy happens when blood vessels stop feeding the retina properly, distorting sight causing serious vision loss. Laser treatment can be used to prevent blindness. Retinal detachment happens when the inner and outer layers of the retina become separated. Surgery or laser treatment can be used to reattach the retina and bring back all or part of your eyesight.