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What are the Risk Factors for Cataracts?

What are the Risk Factors for Cataracts?

Age is one of the biggest risk factors for the development of cataracts. This is particularly true if you have a family history of cataracts or an existing medical condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Other risk factors for cataracts include:

  • Previous eye injury, inflammation, or surgery
  • Excessive sunlight exposure
  • Obesity
  • Smoking
  • Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol

Medical treatments including corticosteroid use and ionizing radiation used for x-rays and cancer treatment also increase risks for cataracts.

Diagnosing Cataracts

Cataracts are often asymptomatic at first but will begin to impact vision as they grow. Over time, you may develop cataract symptoms including blurred or hazy vision, sensitivity to light and glare, problems with night vision, and diminished color sensitivity. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is important to schedule an appointment with Dallas cataract surgeon Dr. Dain Brooks for a thorough examination.

Dr. Brooks utilizes advanced technology to diagnose and treat cataracts. This enables us to help ensure your optimal comfort and safety during and after your procedure, and to help produce a reliably clear vision for years to come.

Are you experiencing cataract symptoms? Please contact Brooks Eye Associates today to schedule your appointment at our conveniently located and recently updated Dallas, Texas office.

What are the Risk Factors for Cataracts?

Age is one of the biggest risk factors for the development of cataracts. This is particularly true if you have a family history of cataracts or an existing medical condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Other risk factors for cataracts include:

  • Previous eye injury, inflammation, or surgery
  • Excessive sunlight exposure
  • Obesity
  • Smoking
  • Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol

Medical treatments including corticosteroid use and ionizing radiation used for x-rays and cancer treatment also increase risks for cataracts.

Diagnosing Cataracts

Cataracts are often asymptomatic at first but will begin to impact vision as they grow. Over time, you may develop cataract symptoms including blurred or hazy vision, sensitivity to light and glare, problems with night vision, and diminished color sensitivity. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is important to schedule an appointment with Dallas cataract surgeon Dr. Dain Brooks for a thorough examination.

Dr. Brooks utilizes advanced technology to diagnose and treat cataracts. This enables us to help ensure your optimal comfort and safety during and after your procedure, and to help produce a reliably clear vision for years to come.

Are you experiencing cataract symptoms? Please contact Brooks Eye Associates today to schedule your appointment at our conveniently located and recently updated Dallas, Texas office.

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