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Cataracts at a Glance

Today we will be discussing the anatomy of the eye. It is important to understand the basis of the eye, so that one can tend to it properly. A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. The lens works much like a camera lens, focusing light onto the retina at the back of the eye. The lens also adjusts the eye's focus, letting us see things clearly both up close and far away. The lens is mostly made of water and protein. The protein is arranged in a precise way that keeps the lens clear and lets light pass through it. For anyone interested in more information on the topic of eyes, make sure to ask you doctor about possible procedures and practices to maintain healthy eyesight.

Labels: Cataract Surgery, eye care, eye conditions

 

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