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5 causes and symptoms of cataract
A cataract is the gradual clouding of the lens of the eye.
5 causes and symptoms of cataract
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- Symptoms of Cataracts
Common symptoms of cataracts include:
blurry vision
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trouble seeing at night
seeing colors as faded
increased sensitivity to glare
halos surrounding lights
double vision in the affected eye
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a need for frequent changes in prescription glasses
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- Causes of Cataracts
There are several underlying causes of cataracts.
These include:
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an overproduction of oxidants, which are oxygen molecules that have been chemically altered due to normal daily life
smoking
ultraviolet radiation
the long-term use of steroids and other medications
certain diseases, such as diabetes
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trauma
radiation therapy
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