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Early Signs That You May Have Cataracts | InVision Eye Care Specialists

Early Signs

A cataract is a clouding of your eye’s natural lens. As the clouding progresses, it can interfere with how the light passes into the eye. Over time, this can cause vision loss and even blindness. In fact, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness across the globe.

The good news is that cataracts can be treated. The earlier that you are aware that you have cataracts, the sooner you may be able to take steps towards getting crisp, clear vision. Here, the experienced doctors at InVision Eye Care Specialists in Lakewood, NJ describe the early signs that you may have cataracts. Patients in Ocean County and Monmouth County, New Jersey who are worried about their vision should schedule an appointment at InVision Eye Care Specialists today.

No Symptoms

Initially, you may have no symptoms of cataracts. Most cataracts develop slowly. When the cataracts are mild, you may not notice any changes in your vision. Additionally, cataracts tend to develop in both eyes but may progress at different rates. This means that you may notice symptoms in one eye before the other.

Blurry Vision

As mentioned above, a cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which causes blurry vision. See an eye doctor if you notice that your vision is blurry or cloudy.

Poor Low Light or Night Vision

Another common sign that you may have cataracts is difficulty seeing in low light or at night. You may notice that you have difficulty completing tasks like reading or sewing in dim lighting conditions. You may also notice that you have difficulty driving at night due to impaired vision.

Light Sensitivity

As cataracts develop, it is common to experience sensitivity to light and glare (you may be especially sensitive to bright lights).

Colors Appear Less Vibrant

Cataracts can interfere with color perception. As the cataracts develop, you may notice issues with how you see colors. Colors may appear less vibrant or muted. Additionally, you may have difficulty distinguishing colors of similar shades.

Double Vision

If you start seeing double, you should see a doctor immediately. Double vision can be an early sign of cataracts. Seeing double can also indicate a number of other serious medical issues.

Halos, Rings or Glare

Cataracts impact how light enters the eye. This can cause the illusion of halos, rings or glare around lights.

Schedule an Appointment

If you are experiencing any of the above cataract warning signs, it’s time to contact the team at InVision Eye Care Specialists. To schedule an appointment at our Lakewood, NJ office, please call (732) 607-8515. Our team of vision experts looks forward to treating patients in the Monmouth County and Ocean County, New Jersey area.

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