Screen Time and Cataracts: Is There a Hidden Link?

Cataracts

Prolonged screen exposure has become unavoidable. Patients frequently ask whether increased exposure to blue light from devices can contribute to cataract formation. Cataracts, defined as the progressive clouding of the eye’s natural lens, remain primarily associated with aging, ultraviolet exposure, smoking, and systemic conditions such as diabetes.  However, emerging research has prompted closer evaluation of […]

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How Doctors Decide When Cataract Surgery Is Necessary

Cataracts

Cataract surgery is one of the most common and effective procedures in modern medicine. Traditionally, doctors have recommended surgery when cataracts begin to significantly impair daily activities, such as driving, reading, or recognizing faces.  In many cases, patients are told to “wait until it gets worse.” This guidance is often tied to insurance criteria, which […]

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