Cataract Treatment In Mumbai

The opacification of the normal transparent lens is called cataract. The Latin word ‘cataracta’ means ‘waterfall’. Imagine trying to peer through a sheet of falling water or through a frosted or fogged-up window. Development of Cataract varies from person to person but as a general rule, most cataracts develop slowly over a period of time. A cataract can take months or even years to reach a point where it adversely affects vision. Causes of cataract Age-related cataract The cataract occurs as a result of the natural aging process of lens fibres which become opaque over a period of time. Traumatic cataract Due to a direct penetrating injury.Concussion- Electric shock and lightning.Ionizing radiation done as treatment for ocular tumors. Surgical trauma Metabolic cataract: Defect in body metabolism DiabetesGalactosaemia -inborn error of metabolismCalcium disorders Steroid-induced cataract This occurs as a result of excess intake of oral steroid or putting steroid drops in the eye.