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Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Are there different types of cataracts?
There are three types of cataracts:
• Nuclear cataracts – these cataracts form in the center or nucleus of the lens. They can commonly develop in patients as they age.
• Cortical cataracts – this type of cataract forms in the cortex, or outside of the lens, and overtime it extends inward. Diabetic patients commonly have Cortical cataracts.
• Subcapsular cataracts – These types of cataracts form at the back of the lens. This type of cataract is commonly found in patients who take steroid medication, have diabetes, farsightedness or retinitis pigmentosa.
For more information on cataract lens and cataract surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
• Nuclear cataracts – these cataracts form in the center or nucleus of the lens. They can commonly develop in patients as they age.
• Cortical cataracts – this type of cataract forms in the cortex, or outside of the lens, and overtime it extends inward. Diabetic patients commonly have Cortical cataracts.
• Subcapsular cataracts – These types of cataracts form at the back of the lens. This type of cataract is commonly found in patients who take steroid medication, have diabetes, farsightedness or retinitis pigmentosa.
For more information on cataract lens and cataract surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:16 PM
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