Surgery is the only way to cure a cataract. But there are some things a person can do that may help them cope with cataracts. These things may also slow cataracts from developing.
- Wear glasses.
- Limit driving.
- Wear a hat.
- Stay out of fluorescent light.
- Think about taking nutritional supplements.
Wear prescription glasses or contact lenses. Or, try reading with a magnifying glass. Wearing ultraviolet (UV)A- and UVB-blocking sunglasses can also help shield glare and sunlight.
Limit driving at night when it can be harder to see.
Wearing a hat can shield eyes from sunlight, glare, and fluorescent light.
Staying out of fluorescent light can help cut down on glare. Glare can make it harder to see. Use brighter bulbs and special lamps at home.
Some supplements might help slow cataracts. A daily multivitamin is good for overall health as well.
References
Cataract. American Optometric Association website. Available at: https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-and-vision-conditions/cataract?sso=y. Accessed May 2, 2022.
Cataracts. National Eye Institute website. Available at: https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/cataracts. Accessed May 2, 2022.
Cataracts in adults. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/cataracts-in-adults. Accessed May 2, 2022.
What are cataracts? American Academy of Ophthalmology website. Available at: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-are-cataracts. Accessed May 2, 2022.
Revision Information
- Reviewer: EBSCO Medical Review BoardJames P. Cornell, MD
- Review Date: 11/2021
- Update Date: 05/02/2022