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Cataracts and Treatment

A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of the eye which is in the front of the eye and normally clear. Even though there is no pain associated with cataracts, there are other problems it poses such as blurry vision, spots in front of the eye, sensitivity to glare and seeing a "film" of sorts on the eye.

Usually cataracts are found in people over 55 years old, those with eye injury or disease, a family history of cataracts, smoking or use of certain medications.

People who come in seeking help for their cataracts usually get lens replacement surgery. During the surgery the lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens called an IOL or intraocular lens.

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