You might start noticing that your vision is less clear than before. A cataract can make things seem blurry and you might find that one eye is more blurred than the other. Some people notice colour change, developing a yellowish tint. Some are affected by light such as glare of headlights at night or during the day on bright sunny days.
Cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that most people will experience as they get older. Fortunately it can be treated, usually as day surgery. The vast majority of people will find that their vision is much improved after the surgery (surgery success rate in the UK is 95%).
If you suspect that you have cataract, make an appointment for an eye examination. It’s important to get it checked as blurred vision can have many causes.
If you have cataract which is causing you problems, speak to one of our optometrists about referring you to the hospital eye clinic.
