Cataracts Can Cloud Your Vision


Did you know that more than half of all people in United States have a cataract by age 65?

A cataract is a slowly developing clouding of the normally clear human lens of the eye resulting in blurry vision, faded colors, glare and sensitivity to light, poor night vision, and frequent prescription changes.

“Sometimes new glasses, brighter lighting, sunglasses, a brimmed cap, or magnifying lenses can help,” says Peter McGannon, MD, of Cleveland Clinic Ophthalmology/Lakeland Eye in Lakewood. “However, surgery to remove the cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial lens should be considered when cataracts interfere with daily activities.”

Make an appointment for a dilated eye exam if you have blurred vision or if you are over age 60 and have not had a comprehensive exam in the last two years. Your eye care professional can detect the presence of a cataract or any other conditions that may cause the blurred vision.

To schedule an appointment with Peter McGannon, MD, Ophthalmologist, Cleveland Clinic Ophthalmology/Lakeland Eye in Lorain call 440-988-4040 or in Lakewood, call 216.529.5320.