Subtitles:
- Cataracts: More Than Just Aging, Early Management is Key
- If Your Parents’ Vision Seems Blurry, It Could Be a Cataract
- Regular Eye Exams: The Key to Cataract Prevention and Treatment
"Mom, can you see the TV screen clearly?"
"Dad, do you have trouble reading books?"
Simple questions, but if their answers have changed recently, it may be time to consider cataracts. Cataracts are a common eye condition affecting over 70% of individuals in their 60s, causing blurry vision as the eye’s natural lens becomes clouded. However, with early detection and proper treatment, vision can be preserved.
What Are Cataracts?
Cataracts are not the same as presbyopia. While presbyopia affects near vision due to the lens losing flexibility, cataracts occur when the lens becomes cloudy, affecting overall vision. According to a Korean Health Research Institute study, 76% of people over 65 have cataracts.
Common symptoms include:
✔️ Blurry or foggy vision
✔️ Increased sensitivity to light
✔️ Halos around lights, especially at night
✔️ Faded or yellowish color perception
✔️ Frequent prescription changes for glasses
Treatment Options: Is Surgery the Only Solution?
Dr. Oyungsam of Gangnam IOK Eye Clinic states, “Cataracts do not go away on their own, and once they interfere with daily life, surgery is the only solution.” Modern cataract surgery replaces the clouded lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL), available in various types for different needs.
How to Prevent Cataracts?
1️⃣ Wear UV-protective sunglasses
2️⃣ Eat antioxidant-rich foods
3️⃣ Get regular eye check-ups
4️⃣ Reduce smoking & alcohol consumption
5️⃣ Manage diabetes & hypertension
Check Your Parents’ Eye Health Today!
[Provided by]
Gangnam IOK Eye Clinic, Dr. Oyungsam
02-6949-0088
www.iokeyes.com
