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Traumatic Cataract – How an Eye Injury Can Affect Your Vision

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What is a Traumatic Cataract?

A traumatic cataract happens when an eye injury causes the clear lens inside your eye to become cloudy. This can make your vision blurry, dim, or completely blocked. Unlike age-related cataracts, this type can develop suddenly after an accident or gradually over time.

How Does It Happen?

    Traumatic cataracts can be caused by:
    🔹 A
    hard hit to the eye (like from a ball, fist, or accident)
    🔹 A
    sharp object cutting or puncturing the eye
    🔹
    Burns or chemical exposure
    🔹 Radiation or electric shock

    Even if the eye looks fine from the outside, the injury may affect the inside of the eye, leading to a cataract.

Symptoms to Watch For

👀 Blurry or cloudy vision after an eye injury
🌑 A sudden dark spot or shadow in your vision
💡 Sensitivity to bright lights or seeing halos around lights
🎯 Difficulty focusing or seeing fine details
🦠 Double vision (seeing two images instead of one)

If you’ve had an eye injury and notice any of these symptoms, don’t ignore it! Cataracts caused by trauma can get worse over time and may lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated.

Can It Be Treated?

    Yes! The treatment depends on how much the cataract is affecting your vision. If it’s mild, you might only need stronger glasses for a while. But if your vision is getting worse, surgery is the best option.

How Does Surgery Work?

    ✨ The cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a new, clear artificial lens.
    ✨ The procedure is
    painless and takes less than 30 minutes.
    ✨ Most people
    see better within a few days after surgery.

Why Choose Manjunatha Nethralaya?

    🏥 Experienced eye specialists who understand complex injuries
    🔬
    Advanced technology for precise and safe treatment
    👩‍⚕️
    Personalized care – from diagnosis to recovery
    💰
    Affordable treatment options

Had an Eye Injury? Don’t Wait!

If you’ve had an accident or injury, get your eyes checked immediately. Even if your vision seems fine now, a traumatic cataract can develop later.

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Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes only. It is essential to consult your treating doctor for a professional diagnosis, personalized advice, and confirmation regarding any medical condition.