Am I At Risk For Cataracts?

Am I At Risk For Cataracts?

Cataracts are one of the world's leading causes of vision impairment, and are caused by buildup of protein within the lenses of your eyes. These proteins begin to compact and clump together, which give your lenses an opaque, cloudy-looking appearance. 

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Common Risk Factors for Cataracts

There are several known risk factors for cataracts, including:

  • Genetics and family history
  • Advancing age 
  • Smoking
  • A history of eye injury, surgery, and/or inflammation
  • Prolonged use of steroid medications
  • Diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain other medical conditions
  • Excessive exposure to sunlight
  • Obesity
  • Excessive alcohol consumption

Cataract Diagnosis & Treatment with Your Ophthalmologist in Phoenix, AZ

Cataract diagnosis begins with a thorough eye exam and patient history questionnaire. Your ophthalmologist in Phoenix will ask you if you've had any unusual symptoms, including blurry vision, increased sensitivity to light, impaired night vision, double vision, the appearance of "halos" around light sources, and a yellowish tint in your vision. 

If one of our ophthalmologists detects a cataract in one or both eyes on exam, then cataract treatment can begin.  This typically involves the surgical removal of the affected lens followed by the implantation of an artificial lens. This is actually a relatively simple and quick procedure, and research shows that patient outcomes are overall excellent.

Is It Time For You To Schedule Cataract Testing For You Or A Loved One? Call the Eye Doctors of Arizona Today To Schedule Your Appointment

We know you take your vision and eye health seriously--why wouldn't you? Scheduling cataract testing in addition to an annual eye exam is a critical component to lifelong eye health--so don't delay. Our team of ophthalmologists in Phoenix are committed to making every visit to an eye doctor a calming and helpful one. To learn more about cataracts detection and treatment or to schedule a comprehensive eye exam, call the Eye Doctors of Arizona today at %CLIENT_PHONE%.

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I recommend Eye Doctors of Arizona. The entire staff is always happy, pleasant, and helpful. Dr. Heller is wonderful... always thorough, and accurate. An excellent doctor. I was fortunate to meet his second son, Ben, who will be joining the practice soon. Now with their two offices, it is even more convenient to book appointments.

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