Adult Cataract

What is Adult Cataract?

Cataracts are cloudy areas that form on the lens of your eye. Your lens is a clear, flexible structure made mostly of proteins (crystallins). As you get older, the proteins in your lens break down, making cloudy patches that affect your vision. You may feel as if you're searching the world through a dirty window.

What are the Proper Treatments for adults during Cataract?

The most common type of cataract surgery is called phacoemulsification. During this procedure, the rapidly vibrating tip of an ultrasound examines the cataract. Your surgeon then suctions out the lens, as seen in the top image. An outer housing of the cataract, called the lens capsule, is normally left in place.

Is Cataract Surgery Painful?

Cataract surgery is normally considered a painless procedure, with most patients experiencing little to no pain during the operation due to the use of local anesthesia. You may feel some mild discomfort or pressure, but this is basically manageable and resolves quickly.

The primary cause of cataracts is the natural aging process, where proteins in the eye's lens break down and clump together, leading to clouding.

Here's a more detailed below:

Aging:
For old age, the proteins in the eye's lens naturally start to break down and clump together, forming a cloudy area known as a cataract.

Other Factors:
While aging is the most common cause, other factors can increase the risk of developing cataracts, including:

• Family history:Having a family history of cataracts can increase your risk.
• Diabetes:People with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing cataracts.
• Eye injuries or surgery:Previous eye injuries or surgery can increase the risk.
• Prolonged exposure to UV radiation:Excessive exposure to sunlight without protection can damage the lens and increase the risk.
• Certain medications:Long-term use of certain medications, like steroids, can increase the risk.
• Smoking:Smoking has been linked to an increased risk of cataracts.