Question 1

what is meant by cortical cataract.?

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Cortical cataract: The "cortex" of the natural lens is a layer just inside the lens capsule. Deeper is the nucleus, or main body of the lens. A cortical cataract is a clouding of the cortical layer, usually across the front of the lens. This can cause glare, but is sometimes not bothersome. It can extend across the back of the lens, which affects the vision more. If the vision is impaired, cataract surgery can help.

Question 2

is cortical spoking a type of cataract?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can create a lot of glare symptoms.

Question 3

what is the  main difference between cortical and senile cataract.?

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Cataract types: A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens of the eye. Most people will develop a diffuse clouding of the lens with age. This is referred to as a "nuclear sclerotic" cataract, or a senile cataract. It develops slowly after age 50-60, and may never have to be removed. A cortical cataract is a clouding usually on the front of the lens and may cause signficant glare. It may develop more quickly.

Question 4

do beginning cataracts have any symptoms?

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May be: May not have symptoms but performance of daily activities showed be monitored for subtle impairment.

Question 5

what are the symptoms of congenital cataract?

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Maybe none!: Congenital cataracts often have no symptoms. If they are causing problems, vision may be cloudy or fuzzy. Glare can also be a big problem.

Question 6

not sensitive to light or anything, what are the early symptoms of cataract?

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Cataract: Most people with symptomatic cataract will report glare and haloes during night driving, problems seeing road signs until they are close to them, trouble reading even with glasses, and/or trouble seeing in bright sunshine.  If you concerned about possible cataracts, see your local ophthalmologist.

Question 7

could you tell me what's the common symptoms that suggest you need a cataract surgery ?

Accepted Answer

Several: Blurred vision.  Glare at night.  Halos around lights.  Starbust effect.

Question 8

what connection is there between glaucoma cataracts and diabetes as they have similar symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve, while cataracts affect the lens of the eye. Diabetes can affect multiple parts of the eye. Poorly controlled diabetes can result in early cataracts. There may be a higher risk of glaucoma development from diabetes, but that connection is not as clear cut.

Question 9

good afternoon and happy healthy new year doctors. what are the symptoms of cataracts, glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

: Cataracts cause blurry vision, inability to see adequately in dim light,halos around lights.  The common form of glaucoma,open angle, is rather insidious with minimal symptoms until diminished peripheral vision ,distorted vision, or general vision loss eventually occurs. Closed angle glaucoma causes severe and sudden eye pain &amp; nausea and is a medical emergency. Regular eye exams are very importan

Question 10

are flashing lights cataract symptoms?

Accepted Answer

No,: Flashing lights are not a symptom of cataracts.  Cataracts causing blurring of the vision, halos around headlights, glare problems, and dimness of the vision.  If you are experiencing light flashes, you should see your ophthalmologist to rule out any problems.

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