Often the initial stages of the disease are not accompanied by any symptoms of cataracts, and patients notice that something is wrong, only when they have much worse vision. But sometimes some signs may indicate that a person starts to develop cataracts.

Symptoms of cataract in the early stages

• Decreased night vision. If you notice that you become more difficult to drive at night, and you are targeting worse in low light, is examined by an ophthalmologist. It is not always talking about the early development of cataracts, but in some cases it is the weakening of night vision becomes its first warning sign;
• Ghosting visible objects. Initially, it is very weak, and it rarely pay attention, especially if the person already has some degree of myopia. But over time, this symptom can become more pronounced;
• Blurred vision. If you have previously wore one pair of glasses for many years, and now they need to be changed every year or two (or more often), you should talk to your doctor.

In many cases, the very first signs of a cataract may notice only a specialist, conducting a survey with the help of an ophthalmoscope - in the early stages of the disease when the patient still does not notice any symptoms, you can see haze on the lens. If such symptoms were detected initial cataract, your doctor may recommend the patient to undergo regular inspections; Unfortunately, to prevent further progression of the disease is not currently possible, however, allow the observation of a doctor, if necessary, in time to carry out the operation to remove the affected lens cataract, and avoiding strong visual impairment.

Symptoms of eye cataracts in children

Cataract in children is rare, and that the child has the opportunity to live a full life, it is important to identify as early as possible and begin to treat this disease.

Congenital cataracts Cataracts - how to solve the problem completely?   It can be diagnosed in the newborn screening, which is held in the first days after their birth. The second time the doctor checks the child's vision during the first two months of his life. Parents should seek medical attention if they notice the following possible signs of cataracts in a child:

• Low visual activity - the child does not follow moving objects look, does not recognize people and objects, which often sees not maintain eye contact;
• Nystagmus - a rapid involuntary eye movement;
• White or gray pupils - one symptom of this is a sign of a serious violation, and when it appears you should immediately consult your doctor.

Symptoms of cataracts in older people

Older people cataract is the most common, and many experts even believe its development is a natural part of the aging process. In most cases, it affects both eyes, but often one lens pomutnen is stronger than the other. Typical symptoms of age-related cataract:

• Blurred vision;
• The emergence of a more or less large "blind spots" in sight - areas where visible objects as though hidden by fog. At the same time there is a feeling that the person looking through the glass, which has patches of dirt that prevent to see clearly;
• The deterioration of color perception;
• The emergence of vision problems in sunlight or bright artificial light;
• The appearance of halos around lights - lamps, traffic lights, and so on.

These symptoms may indicate and some other eye diseases, and to determine the cause, consult your doctor.

Sometimes, in older people while symptoms of glaucoma Symptoms of glaucoma - it is important to notice in time   and cataracts, and to distinguish one from the other by the patient may not always. The main symptom of chronic open-angle glaucoma is a progressive deterioration in vision, which is typical for a cataract. Less common severe open angle glaucoma Glaucoma - a perspective possible blindness Among the signs which - severe pain in the eyes, headache, redness of the eyes Red eyes - an occasion consult an ophthalmologist , Sensitivity or tenderness of the skin around the eyes. These symptoms usually appear one to two hours after a more or less long periods of time, but every time they were there, a little vision deteriorates. When any of the above symptoms you need as soon as possible to seek help from a doctor. In acute open-angle glaucoma, especially if it is accompanied by a cataract, vision may be reduced very quickly, and this process is irreversible; if untreated acute glaucoma can lead to complete loss of vision.

Currently, it is believed that it is impossible to avoid the development of glaucoma, especially if the patient has a genetic predisposition to the disease. Therefore, prevention of glaucoma, it involves timely detection and treatment that avoids the serious deterioration as a result of the disease.

Surveys to detect glaucoma is recommended to take:

• At the age of 40 - every 2-4 years;
• At the age of 40 to 54 years - once in 1-3 years;
• At the age of 55 to 64 years - every 1-2 years;
• At the age of 675 years - every 6-12 months.

Patients who are at risk of developing glaucoma, after 35 years it is recommended to pass inspection every 1-2 years. The risk of glaucoma is elevated in patients with diabetes, as well as people in whose family history has this disease.

Early diagnosis of glaucoma

Although glaucoma can not be prevented, early diagnosis of glaucoma helps prevent blurred vision and blindness.

In typical cases, the weaker peripheral vision at first, then drops acuity and eventually blindness can occur. To prevent this, just in time to diagnose the disease and start treatment.

The benefits of physical activity

It is well known that regular exercise help to improve general health, but studies have shown that they also help to reduce intraocular pressure. Remember that sport brings you a favor while you're doing it - its useful properties, in contrast to some of the vitamins can not "accumulate" in the body. So you need to constantly engage in sports.

The effects of glaucoma

The consequences of glaucoma can be:

• Tunnel vision. If glaucoma is not diagnosed in time and treated, a person will gradually disrupted peripheral vision that will eventually lead to such violations as tunnel vision. Such a person ceases to see objects located on either side of him, as well as above and below eye level. It is very dangerous when driving a car and other vehicles. In addition, a person with tunnel vision will often stumble and bump his head on the low-lying objects.
• Blindness. According to statistics, glaucoma Glaucoma - a perspective possible blindness   - The second leading cause of blindness which can be prevented. As the disease progresses, the field of vision gradually decreases and then comes blindness. This leads to a variety of emotional and social problems, which, as already mentioned, it can be avoided if the time to start treatment.

Contraindications: glaucoma

• Corticosteroids. According to studies, corticosteroids may lead to aggravation of the symptoms of glaucoma Symptoms of glaucoma - it is important to notice in time Since they enhance the intraocular pressure - both oral and when used topically. At the same time it is noted that the degree of increase of the IOP depends on which particular corticosteroids and doses used. Reasonable limitation of doses of drugs in many cases helps to avoid dangerous increase in IOP.
• Antidepressants. Antidepressants is associated with the development of angle-closure glaucoma Angle-closure glaucoma - possibly severe course of the disease . With particular caution in patients with glaucoma are advised to take anti-depressants from the group of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. The tricyclic antidepressant imipramine is also contraindicated in patients with glaucoma, as it may lead to a sharp worsening of symptoms.
• Antiepileptic drugs. Some anti-epileptic drugs such as topiramate should not be taken for patients with glaucoma, as in some cases it can lead to complete loss of vision.