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What are the Causes of Cataract?

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Aging – Ageing is the most common cause of cataracts

Diabetes – If a Diabetic patient doesn’t have control over glucose levels remaining high can cause the lens to swell and lead to cataract formation
Cataracts are two to five times more frequent in patients with diabetes than in patients without diabetes and can significantly impact visual function

Glaucoma

Hereditary

U.

V. radiation from Sun

Injury to the eye

Excessive consumption of alcohol

Exposure to heavy doses of radiation

Smoking

Medication – Heavy medication, like steroids, could cause it.

For more information, consult Dr. Vaidya Eye Centre the Best Cataract Specialist in Andheri.