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Cloudy vision means you could be suffering from this condition

Cloudy vision is when things appear milky and unclear. If it begins suddenly, it can be a cause for concern and may indicate that you have cataracts, especially if you’re suffering from any of the other following symptoms:

  • Areas where your sight is less clear
  • Double vision
  • Poor night vision
  • Colours look faded
  • A brown or yellowish tinge to your vision

There are a number of factors that can increase your chance of getting cataracts:

  • Growing older
  • Diabetes
  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • High blood pressure
  • Obesity
  • Family history of cataracts
  • Over exposure to sunlight
  • Overuse of steroids

The good news is that you don’t need to persevere with cloudy vision if you are diagnosed with cataracts. There are a number of treatment options available. The most effective, that will completely remove cataracts, is lens surgery. This is where the eyes natural lens (which is what is cloudy) is replaced with a premium synthetic lens. It’s a quick and straightforward procedure that will eradicate the problem fully.

If you are suffering from cloudy vision, the best thing to do is get your eyes thoroughly checked by an expert optometrist. Just click the button below to book easily online.

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