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Aging of the lens isn't the only cause of cataracts. Some people are born with cataracts or develop them during childhood. Fortunately, surgery can significantly improve the effects of cataracts.
PAM Test
Eye doctors sometimes use the PAM test to determine if cataract surgery will be successful.
All About Cataracts
Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of eye cataracts.
Cataract Treatment
Learn about the different forms of cataract treatment.
What are common cataract symptoms?
Learn the symptoms of a cataract.
Testing for Eye Cataracts
Learn about tests used for the diagnosis of eye cataracts.
Types of Cataracts
Learn about the different types of cataracts.
Cataract Eye Surgery
Cataract surgery can greatly improve vision along with quality of life.
Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens.
Top 4 Ways to Delay Cataracts
Aging of the lens isn't the only cause of cataracts. Some people are born with cataracts or develop them during childhood. Fortunately, surgery can significantly improve the effects of cataracts.
Top 4 Ways to Delay Cataracts
Although we can't prevent them, there are things we can do to slow the development of cataracts. Here are the top four ways to delay cataracts.
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