Eye Diseases
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Cataracts
A clouding of the lens that increases with age and other factors but with treatments widely available.
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Diabetic Retinopathy
A common problem for people with diabetes where retinal blood vessels break down and affect vision.
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Glaucoma
Vision loss due to damaged optic nerves that can not be restored and is usually unnoticed until significant damage has occurred. ![]()
Macular Degeneration
Often damages central vision and is prevalent in people age 60 and over with rare cases of people under 50.
Retinal Detachment
A condition where the retina detaches and is moved from its original position.
[Page updated 12/2010]


