Eye on Cataract: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Summary
- Discover why cataracts are inevitable with age and how risk factors like diabetes, steroid use, and trauma can accelerate their progression.
- Understand the evolution of cataract surgery from thick glasses and large incisions to today’s minimally invasive techniques, femtosecond lasers, and advanced intraocular lenses that can restore vision better than ever.
- Gain clarity on myths and misconceptions about cataracts, from “waiting until they’re ripe” to over-the-counter eye drops, and learn why timely surgery is the safest and most effective option.
