It is done under local anesthesia and takes about an hour. Good health habits may postpone or prevent cataracts. Eat a diet high in vitamins C and E and beta carotene. Doing so may help prevent cataracts. Wear hats and sunglasses that protect against ultraviolet light.
Smokers are twice as likely to develop cataracts as nonsmokers.
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