The short answer is no—once a cataract is removed, it cannot return. However, some people may develop a condition called posterior capsule opacification (PCO), which can cause similar symptoms but is easily treatable. […]
Can Cataracts Come Back?
Is Glaucoma Hereditary?
If you have healthy eyes, it can be easy to forget about common eye diseases, such as glaucoma. Why should you be concerned about them when they don’t affect you? There are some eye conditions, such as glaucoma, that can cause vision loss that you don’t even notice until it is too late. While eye diseases […]
Can Vision Improve with Age?
The unfortunate truth is, your vision shouldn’t typically improve with age. While there are rare exceptions, most age-related vision changes worsen your eyesight rather than improve it. […]
Can Glaucoma Be Prevented?
Unfortunately, there isn’t a surefire way to prevent glaucoma. But don’t let that get you down! There are steps you can take to reduce your risk and uncover this condition early. With regular eye exams as your first line of defense, your optometrist can help spot symptoms before you even notice anything’s amiss. […]
What Are the Early Warning Signs of Macular Degeneration?
But in between eye exams, it’s essential to pay attention to any new symptom development. For example, early signs and symptoms of macular degeneration include blurry vision, trouble seeing in dim lights, and faded-looking colors. […]
Cataracts vs. Glaucoma: What’s the Difference?
Cataracts and glaucoma are both eye conditions that can lead to vision loss, but they have distinct differences in symptoms, causes, and treatments. Cataracts involve the clouding of the eye’s lens, while glaucoma is typically caused by damage to the optic nerve that is often related to increased eye pressure. Gaining a deeper understanding of […]
