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O derived from the Latin word for

waterfall
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that one is looking through a waterfall
when a cataracts is present.
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O are most often associated with diabetes

O most likely to be found in a younger age

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O are usually age-associated

O Increase risk after the eyes have been
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O Cataracts can develop in one or both eyes

O there can be more than one type of cataracts
that develops in the same eye.
O Many with a cataracts in one eye usually go
on to develop a cataracts in the other eye as
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O Immature- If an individual still maintains

part of their vision, meaning the lens still has
some clear areas, the cataracts is said to be
immature.
O Mature -is one which is entirely clouded
over or opaque.
O Hypermature- has begun to leak fluid from
its hard outer capsule which may lead to
problems with adjacent areas of the eye.
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O Age
O Diabetes Mellitus
Excess sorbitol- collect in the
lens of the eye and promote
cataracts development.

O Obesity
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O Mifestyle behaviors
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O Mong term use of
corticosteroids
O Injuries to the eye
O Family history of
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O noticeable blurring and worsening of vision

O dimming and fading of colors

O decreased night vision

O problems with bright lights and sunshine

O regular visits to the ophthalmologist for

changes in glasses and contact lens
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Oge-related cataracts
OSecondary cataracts
OTraumatic cataracts
OCongenital cataracts
O Radiation cataracts
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O Staying healthy and avoiding

lifestyle habits that increase the risk
of diabetes
O void environmental exposures
O Wear sunglasses outside to protect
the eyes from UV exposure.
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block out the harmful rays of the sun.
O Getting a rubella shot if pregnant

(German measles, also known as rubella,

during pregnancy there is an increased risk
of the child developing cataracts soon after
birth)
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