{"id":551,"date":"2026-05-22T08:20:53","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:20:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/?p=551"},"modified":"2026-05-22T08:37:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:37:40","slug":"10-early-signs-of-cataract","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Early Signs of Cataract You Should Never Ignore &#8211; Dr Sudipta Mitra"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-554 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Untitled-design-26.jpg\" alt=\"10 Early Signs of Cataract You Should Never Ignore\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Untitled-design-26.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Untitled-design-26-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Untitled-design-26-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Untitled-design-26-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Although our eyes are something we use daily, many people don&#8217;t realise how important they are until there are changes that they start to notice. The most frequently occurring disease of the eye causing impaired vision, particularly as a person gets older, is cataract. Cataracts slowly develop and, due to the gradual nature of the changes, many people do not notice the early signs and symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Fortunately, prompt detection and treatment can save vision and a good quality of life. Dr Sudipta Mitra explains in this blog about the early signs of cataract that should not be neglected.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#What_Is_a_Cataract\" >What Is a Cataract?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#10_Early_Signs_of_Cataract\" >10 Early Signs of Cataract<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#1_Blurred_or_cloudy_vision\" >1. Blurred or cloudy vision.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#2_Hyperopia_hypermetropia_%E2%80%93_Soreness_of_light\" >2. Hyperopia (hypermetropia) \u2013 Soreness of light<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#3_Problems_with_night_vision\" >3. Problems with night vision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#4_Halos_Around_Lights\" >4. Halos Around Lights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#5_Frequent_changes_in_glasses_prescription\" >5. Frequent changes in glasses prescription<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#6_Colours_look_greyish_yellow_or_dull\" >6. Colours look greyish yellow or dull.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#7_Double_Vision_in_One_Eye\" >7. Double Vision in One Eye<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#8_Glare_While_Driving\" >8. Glare While Driving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#9_Reduced_Contrast_Sensitivity\" >9. Reduced Contrast Sensitivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#10_Looking_for_more_Light_to_Read_By\" >10. Looking for more Light to Read By<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#When_to_Visit_an_Eye_Doctor\" >When to Visit an Eye Doctor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/10-early-signs-of-cataract\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Cataract\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>What Is a Cataract?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. The lens is supposed to be transparent and to refract light onto the retina, so that we can see. As cataracts grow, they scatter or block the light, and this makes it harder to see clearly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">While often linked to age, cataracts can also occur as a result of diabetes, eye injuries, long-term steroid use, too much UV exposure, smoking or medical conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Early recognition of symptoms will make it easier and more effective to treat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Early_Signs_of_Cataract\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">10 Early Signs of Cataract<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Blurred_or_cloudy_vision\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>1. Blurred or cloudy vision.<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Blurring vision is one of the early, common symptoms of cataract. Others say that it is like looking through a foggy window or a misty glass.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Reading may be harder, the faces may look blurry, or road signs may be harder to read than usual. Because the change is gradual, people might believe that it&#8217;s just due to the ageing process or tired eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">If your glasses have lost their ability to give you clear vision, you may need an eye exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hyperopia_hypermetropia_%E2%80%93_Soreness_of_light\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>2. Hyperopia (hypermetropia) \u2013 Soreness of light<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Is it suddenly strange for you to be around bright lights? Your eyes may be more sensitive to light, such as sunlight, headlights or indoor lights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">It may be uncomfortable to walk around during the day or drive at night. Light can be brighter than is needed, and can interfere with activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Patients should not dismiss persistent light sensitivity, particularly if they have no known cause, Dr Sudipta Mitra frequently reminds them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Problems_with_night_vision\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>3. Problems with night vision<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Other early signs of cataracts include night vision. The majority of individuals report that driving at night is more difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Street lights, headlights and traffic signals may appear dimmer or less distinct. Black or dark rooms can also look even darker than they did before.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Loss of night vision may impact safety; early consultation is important.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Halos_Around_Lights\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>4. Halos Around Lights<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Ever seen &#8220;ring of light&#8221; or \u201cglowing circles\u201d around lights at night?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The phenomenon is known as halos, and is usually linked to cataracts. The clouded lens causes light sources to have bright rings around them when viewed through the lens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Haloes form around:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Vehicle headlights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Street lamps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">LED lights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Indoor bulbs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">If halos begin to affect the person&#8217;s daily functioning, his or her eyes should not be ignored.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Frequent_changes_in_glasses_prescription\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>5. Frequent changes in glasses prescription<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">When you just continuously swap out your glasses and still cannot see clearly, there&#8217;s a chance that you are suffering from cataracts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Numerous patients come to eye clinics and experience better vision only when they change their glasses. The lens continues to change over time with the progression of the cataract, impacting the quality of vision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Multiple changes to a prescription in a brief time frame should always be reviewed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Colours_look_greyish_yellow_or_dull\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>6. Colours look greyish yellow or dull.<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">In addition to impacting clarity, cataracts can also cause changes in colour perception.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">You&#8217;ll start to see that:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">White objects look yellowish<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Bright colours appear dull.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Contrast becomes poor<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The colours of everyday things fade away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">This change is not always noticed, as it takes months or years to happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Many patients are amazed at how vivid and brightly coloured objects appear to them after the <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/best-cataract-surgeon-in-kolkata\/\">cataract surgery<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Double_Vision_in_One_Eye\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>7. Double Vision in One Eye<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Another early symptom is double vision (monocular double vision) through one eye.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">This is not double vision associated with nerve or muscle disorders. A cloudy lens can cause cataracts to refract the incoming light, resulting in overlapping images.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">You might notice:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Letters appearing duplicated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Objects looking shadowed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">A lack of concentration on details<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The sudden onset of this symptom is suggested for immediate assessment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Glare_While_Driving\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>8. Glare While Driving<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Many people complain of headlights from oncoming vehicles causing a lot of glare while in the cataract stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">This glare can be distracting or even hazardous, especially at night. Wet roads and reflective surfaces can aggravate the situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Glare-induced driving discomfort is never a trivial matter, as it may be a sign of lens clouding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Reduced_Contrast_Sensitivity\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>9. Reduced Contrast Sensitivity<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Contrast sensitivity is the ability to differentiate objects from the background.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">When people have cataracts, they might have trouble recognising:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Steps and stair edges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Text against similar colours<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Glossy, facial details in low light.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Objects in low contrast environments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">This problem could contribute to a fall risk, particularly for older adults. It is often confused with a general vision weakness, but it may be an early symptom of cataract.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Looking_for_more_Light_to_Read_By\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>10. Looking for more Light to Read By<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">When you suddenly require more light to read newspapers, books or your mobile phone screen, it could be a sign of developing cataract.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">You may find yourself:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Moving towards the lamps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">This will help reduce the brightness of the screen. Repeat the increase of brightness several times.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Disliking the light that is in the house<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Having trouble reading the fine print in small print<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Changes with ageing may play a role, but if it doesn&#8217;t go away, it should be seen by a professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_an_Eye_Doctor\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>When to Visit an Eye Doctor?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Though not all blurry vision problems are caused by cataract, they may further deteriorate if not treated. If you have any of these symptoms, you should seek an eye exam, Dr Sudipta Mitra advises.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Persistent blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Night driving difficulty<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Frequent spectacle changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Glare or halos<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Colour distortion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">A growing reliance on light.The tendency to rely more on bright light.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Early diagnosis enables the determination of the grade of the cataract and enables appropriate planning for the treatment at the appropriate time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Schedule Your Appointment Today:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Phone:<\/b>\u00a09830260283<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Online Booking:<\/b><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/reach-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0click here<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Cataract typically progresses over time, and this is why many people don&#8217;t realise that they have it in the early stages. But early signs of vision problems, like blurred vision, glare, halos, colour distortion and trouble seeing at night should never be ignored.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The sooner cataracts are diagnosed, the sooner they can be controlled and vision restored.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although our eyes are something we use daily, many people don&#8217;t realise how important they are until there are changes that they start to notice. The most frequently occurring disease of the eye causing impaired vision, particularly as a person gets older, is cataract. 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