Cataracts are a specialty of middle-aged and elderly people. Patients suffering from cataracts are actually like their eyes being covered by a layer of matter, causing blurred vision. Cataract is mainly caused by the turbidity of the eyeball caused by the aging or disease of the lens, which causes the light to be blocked by the turbid lens and not projected onto the retina, resulting in blurred vision or even loss of light. According to figures, among people with cataract, 60 to 89 years old People have the highest incidence of cataracts. Therefore, experts remind that the eye health of middle-aged and elderly people must also pay attention. The incidence rate of cataracts in people aged 60 to 89 is about 80%. Why is it so common?
1. In my country, 80% of the elderly aged 60 to 89 suffer from cataracts. Cataracts are a normal process of organ aging. As the elderly grow older, the symptoms of cataracts will gradually appear. . Cataracts are related to genetic factors, environmental factors, etc. The early symptoms are mainly painless gradual loss of vision and blurred vision. Therefore, once the elderly have similar symptoms, they must pay attention. The possible symptoms of cataracts should be promptly Seek medical attention.
2. Cataract is the eye disease with the highest blindness rate, but most patients’ cataracts are reversible. If detected and treated early, the patient’s symptoms can be improved through surgery. However, there are also a very small number of patients with cataracts whose vision cannot be improved after surgery because they have other eye diseases. Once middle-aged and elderly people have uncomfortable symptoms such as blurred vision and dry eyes, they must pay attention and go to the hospital for examination in time for early detection and early intervention.
3. Currently, cataract patients can only be treated through surgery. As long as the patient passes the examination, he or she can undergo surgery. The current microsurgery is safe, efficient and precise, and can treat various types of cataracts. After surgical treatment, the patient's eyes can be restored to light and brightness, but any surgery will have certain risks. Cataract patients may also become blind if they develop infection after surgery.
Cataracts are a common disease among middle-aged and elderly people. Experts suggest that we should pay attention to the eye health of middle-aged and elderly people. Middle-aged and elderly people should pay attention to eye hygiene, avoid prolonged contact with electronic products, and avoid excessive use of their eyes. . In addition, do not stay in places with dry air for too long to reduce discomfort symptoms, or for patients with cataracts, it is best to wear glasses when the ultraviolet rays are strong to reduce the stimulation of ultraviolet rays, which may cause damage to the eyes.