1. Cloudy or Hazy Vision
Many patients describe their sight as if they’re looking through a fogged-up window. Colors appear washed out, and overall detail is dulled.
2. Increased Light Sensitivity at Night
Streetlights and oncoming headlights seem excessively bright or glaring. You may find yourself shielding your eyes more often when driving after dark.
3. Need for Brighter Light to See Clearly
Reading or close-work that once felt comfortable now requires stronger illumination. Standard room lighting may no longer suffice.
4. Glare and Halos Around Lights
Bright sources—lamps, headlights, even sunlight—produce distracting halos or starbursts, making tasks like night driving challenging.
Why These Symptoms Develop Gradually
Cataracts form when the natural lens inside the eye becomes clouded with age or other factors. The opacity increases slowly, so you might not notice every change at first. Over time, however, these classic complaints accumulate until daily activities are affected.
When to Seek Treatment
By the time multiple symptoms impact your quality of life, it’s usually time to consider cataract removal. The procedure restores a clear, crisp field of vision and improves color perception.