Cataracts become increasingly common as a patient ages, and are a rare occurrence in individuals under forty years of age. In fact, for person’s over seventy five years of age, it is more likely a patient will have cataracts than not. This is ridiculous- treatment is cheaper and more widely available than ever before. There are a number of factors that can increase the likelihood of an individual obtaining cataracts, and these include;
- Diabetes
- Smoking
- Excessive to sunlight
- Some licit and illicit drugs
The emergence of cataracts is normally accompanied by a reduced quality in vision, which patients find tends to become cloudy or blurry. A number of people with cataracts also find that the disease makes their eyes more sensitive to bright lights, and reduces the general definition of objects in their vision. To reduce the chances of contracting the disease, doctors recommend;
- Undergoing regular eye examinations
- Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption practices
- Wearing sunglasses
- Ensuring a diet is balanced and healthy
For the unfortunate individuals who still experience cataracts, The Sydney Cataract Centre offers cataract surgery on an outpatient basis. Their treatment is incredibly affordable, and supports the Australian government’s no gaps cataract scheme, whereby patients receive a rebate accounting for the entire cost of their treatment. Using modern, medical technology cataracts a removed and perfect vision restored, in no time at all. Patients can return home the same day as treatment. Furthermore, after care procedures are incredibly minimal, only requiring patients to use eye drops for a few days following surgery to assist in the healing process.
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