Early Detection Of Cataract

“The few wonders of the world only exist while there are those with the sight to see them” – Charles de Lint (1951)

There will come a point in time in a person’s life where one has to consider undergoing cataract surgery. To date, cataract is one of the most common age-related visual disabilities, affecting those that are aged 65 and above. Factors such as diabetes, eye inflammation, eye injury, family history, lengthened steroid use, smoking and sun exposure increase a person’s risk for cataracts. While cataracts can affect a person’s everyday life through blurred vision, glare, halos or poor color perception and may potentially lead to blindness, maybe it is time that one takes baby steps into preventing cataracts before it occurs. Thus, what can be done beforehand to prevent cataract?

With the advancement of current health-related technology, a person can opt to undergo early treatment known as an “early warning” testing system. Based on a statement made by National Eye Institute (NEI) researchers, this device can prepare eye doctors to the first signs of cataracts. By using a low level power laser light, early detection of damage to lens protein, believed to be the cause of cataract formation, can be implemented. Apart from that, early detection can lead to lifestyle changes which in turn allows for prevention of cataract advancement. For instance, patients can learn how to control their diabetes or quit smoking or avoid too much sun or UV exposure.

Furthermore, a research done by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has shown that vigorous exercises such as running may boost a person’s eye health. Vigorous exercises can also significantly reduce a person’s risk in getting infected. Hence, instead of only going for an eye check-up or eye exam once in a while, a person can take a more active role by signing up for a fitness regimen or program that involves vigorous exercises. While it is impossible for one to begin running 5 miles (8 1/2km) per hour, the key is to take baby steps such as by walking on a shorter trail first.

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