November 19, 2019

We have five senses. While all are important it is hard to imagine one more important than vision.

Cataracts or or the clouding of vision is a huge problem for people of all ages but it certainly does affect us more as we get older.

Basically it is a result of proteins clumping together within the eye lens. It can be the result of a wide range of lifestyle choices, from smoking regularly to eating poorly and using steroid-based medications. Of course, it's also closely tied to poor eye health, such as spending too much time in the sun without proper eye protection.

But what, exactly, are the signs and symptoms of cataracts? Below we have a list of things to look out for.

The good news is with all the new technology it is an easy enough issue to overcome.

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1. Cloudy Vision...

This is the most obvious issue people notice with cataracts. Some explain it as the appearance of fuzzy spots in their field of vision.

It usually begins with intermittent bouts of cloudiness or fairly minor, but over time the cloudiness usually worsens.

If left untreated, cloudy vision resulting from cataracts can result in vision becoming progressively more blurry and dim. This could make it difficult for the patient to safely operate a vehicle or even recognize faces.

2. Night Vision Difficulties...

For people who are starting to experience problems associated with cataracts, one of the first signs will be difficulty seeing at night.

Daylight tends to mask the vision issue because the light compensates for dimming vision. However, the problem will be immediately problematic at night and presents significant dangers to a patient who operates a vehicle during the evening or early morning hours.

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3. Discomfort with Bright Lights...

Light sensitivity is fairly normal. It's hardly out of the ordinary to experience discomfort when going from a very dark room to a brightly lit room. Opthamologist James Schumer, says, "As a cataract develops, light does not have a clear path to the back of the eye, and it becomes increasingly difficult for a person to see clearly."

For people with cataracts issues, light sensitivity will become exceedingly problematic. In some cases it it can make bright lights uncomfortable and even painful.

4. Seeing Halos...

The appearance of halos, or ringlets of light surrounding bright sources of light (usually at night) is an immediate sign that one may be experiencing significant vision problems associated with cataracts.

This is because the clouding of the eye lens often leads to the diffraction of light passing into the eye.

5. Muddy Vision...

While your vision may appear cloudy or fuzzy in other cases it might actually look rather muddy. That's because the concentrations of protein that gather around the eye's lens through the cataracts process often result in the vision becoming progressively more brown or even yellow, making it more and more difficult to see.

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6. Double vision...

Also referred to as diplopia, can be a sign that protein is building up around the eye lens, making it more difficult for the individual to see properly.

Reader's Digest explains not to confuse the double vision effect of cataracts as the kind that occurs when there is improper alignment of eyes. The double vision caused by cataracts will occur even when looking through just one eye. "At first, the cataract may cause cloudiness in one's vision that will affect only a small part of the eye's lens and may not be so noticeable," says Dean Hart, OD, optometrist and professor at Columbia University's School of Medicine to Reader's Digest. "But as the cataract grows in size, it will cloud more of the lens and will also distort the light passing through it. As a result, you may get double vision in a single eye if only that eye has the cataract."

However, it could also be a sign of other serious health conditions, such corneal swelling, stroke, or the emergence of a brain tumor. These are all very concerning developments, so it's imperative that you speak to a physician right away.

7. Difficulty Seeing Colors...

People who begin to develop cataracts might find it hard to identify certain colors, particularly blues and purples, explains WebMD. This is because cataracts can affect color vision by making some hues look faded. The clouding in the eye makes colors appear much less vibrant and causes everything to be muddied over.

8. Second Sight...

WebMD describes one symptom of cataracts as second sight which is basically when a person can temporarily see better than they used to. This is because the cataracts acts as a stronger lens. "This phenomenon is called second sight, because people who may have once needed reading glasses find that they don't need them anymore," writes the source. Unfortunately, this small miracle is short lived, so don't take it as a pass to skip the next eye exam.

Eventually as the cataracts worsens their sight will go away and worsen again.

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In Closing...

There are other warning signs, we just highlighted the most common. If you experience any of these you should consult with an eye doctor. You'll need immediate attention if any of these changes seem sudden or serious like developing double vision or seeing flashes of light, sudden pain or headache, says Mayo Clinic.

One thing to note as we get older it is more important than ever to get regular eye exams. Ophthalmologists can detect the presence of cataracts or if it's coming down the pipeline at some point in the near future.