Cataract Concerns: Types of Cataracts & How to Protect Your Eyes Family Health

Make sure you have an eye exam at least once a year – even better, every six months. As you age your eyesight may change and you may develop cataracts. There are different types of cataracts, and they can form for many reasons:

• Age-related: Happens as you get older.
• Congenital: Babies may be born with them or caused from other conditions.
• Secondary: Results from a medical condition like diabetes or toxic substances, ultraviolet light, radiation and medication.

Make sure you wear sunglasses even when there is an overcast to protect them from harm.

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