Cataracts Flashcards
1
Q
What is cataracts?
A
PainlessClouding of the lens in the eye leading to decreased vision
2
Q
What are the symptoms of cataracts?
A
faded colours, blurry vision, halos around light, trouble with bright lights and seeing at night
this causes increased risk of falling and depression
3
Q
What is the management of cataracts?
A
Surgery
4
Q
Are cataracts usually bilateral or unilateral?
A
Can be either but are usually bilateral
5
Q
What increases someones risk of having cataracts?
A
sunlight exposure
6
Q
What is the most common type of cataracts?
A
Nuclear sclerosis
7
Q
If a child is born with cataracts what may have caused this?
A
Retinoblastoma
8
Q
What enzyme is likely to be reduced if there is cataracts?
A
Galactokinase
