Cataracts, a common eye condition that affects almost everyone as they age, often go unnoticed until our 60s or 70s. We may start experiencing more glare, blur, and difficulty reading road signs, without realizing that our vision is deteriorating. It's astonishing how removing cataracts can reveal a whole new world of vibrant colors, as patients often discover that their furnishings appear completely different after the surgery. Cataracts are a major cause of blindness worldwide, but fortunately, they can be completely cured through surgery. In this blog post, we will delve into the age at which cataracts typically develop, along with the associated risk factors and available treatment options.
One certainty in life is that everyone will eventually develop cataracts. In fact, cataract formation starts earlier than you might think, typically in your 40s. Most cataracts, however, do not become significant enough to notice until your 50s or 60s, which is when most folks elect to have cataract surgery. But how do we know when it’s time for surgery?
Cataracts and astigmatism are common vision conditions that impact your overall quality of vision in the healthy eye. The eye's natural lens focuses light and helps you see people and objects at varying distances. When you have a cataract, the lens in your eye stiffens and hardens resulting in blurry cloudy vision.