CATARACTS

Some of the earliest eye care methods on record involve efforts to eliminate cataracts. In the 21st century, early detection is easier than ever before. That means more effective treatments and less disruption to your lifestyle. That is why our team at Chico Vision Care Optometry recommends annual eye exams to check for cataracts and other serious eye health issues.

Cataracts

What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are an unwanted protein build-up in the lens that interferes with light entering your eye. Common cataract symptoms include cloudy vision, altered perceptions of light and color, difficulty seeing clearly at night, and dealing with uncomfortable glare during the day. Cataracts usually corrupt vision gradually so you may not immediately notice any loss in detail, trouble discerning facial expressions, or locating small objects. Cataracts are more common with older patients but can happen to anyone. They correlate with extended steroid use, smoking, excessive alcohol use, and a poor diet.

Diagnosis & Treatment

The best thing you can do to prevent the potentially severe symptoms of cataracts is to see your eye doctor regularly. This is true whether you are young or old. Regular eye exams can be used to detect an extensive range of eye health problems, including many issues you may not think of as related to your vision. Early treatment for these conditions is often essential to slowing their progression and limiting the damage done to your eyes.

If your cataracts are not substantially interfering with your vision, our eye doctors may initially adjust your eyeglasses or contact lens prescription or suggest you use brighter lighting around your home. However, cataracts tend to get progressively worse. In some situations, cataracts begin to exert pressure inside the eye even if they are not excessively interfering with your vision. Do not be surprised if your eye doctor recommends cataract surgery.

Cataract surgery has become a safe procedure. The damaged lens is removed and replaced with a new, artificial lens, dramatically improving your vision clarity. You are conscious during the procedure and there is typically no pain involved. The patient can return home the same day of the procedure.

Get Quality Eye Care in Chico, CA

Our optometrists at Chico Vision Care Optometry are available to answer any questions that you may have about diagnosing and treating cataracts. Call our team today at (530) 342-9644 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form to schedule an appointment.

Chico Vision Care Optometry

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2109 Forest Ave # 50,
Chico, CA 95928

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8:30 am - 12:30 pm

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

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1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

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8:30 am - 12:30 pm

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Thursday  

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

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8:30 am - 12:30 pm

1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

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