Cataract
Moderateहिंदी: मोतियाबिंद · தமிழ்: கண் புரை · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಕಣ್ಣಿನ ಪೊರೆ · తెలుగు: కంటిమెరుపు · বাংলা: ছানি পড়া · मराठी: मोतीबिंदू · ગુજરાતી: મોતીયા
About this condition
Cataract is clouding of eye lens, extremely common in elderly Indians and often occurring earlier than in Western populations. It causes gradual blurring of vision. Cataract surgery is safe, highly effective and widely available, restoring clear vision in most cases.
Common symptoms
gradually blurred visioncloudy visionglare from lightsfaded colorsdifficulty seeing at night
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When to see a doctor: within 2 weeks
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Cataract?
gradually blurred vision, cloudy vision, glare from lights, faded colors, difficulty seeing at night.
When should I see a doctor?
within 2 weeks
Is Cataract common in India?
Cataract is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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