When a cataract — a clouding in the eye’s lens — first begins to form, your eye doctor might see and mention it during an annual exam. Depending on the cataract’s size and density, you might not even have noticed any changes to your vision.
Over time, a cataract can spread and grow denser. You may notice these changes:
Though lifestyle changes may slow the progression of cataracts, only surgery can restore clear vision. In recent years, new replacement lenses have been developed, giving people more options.
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