What Are Cataracts? | Dr. Jordan Jin Explains Blurry Vision & Treatment Options
Cataracts are a common cause of blurry vision with age, but with early detection and expert care from Vision Care Center, clear sight is well within reach.
If you’ve noticed blurry vision, glare from headlights at night, or trouble reading despite new glasses, you might be developing cataracts. Cataracts are one of the most common causes of vision loss, especially after age 60 — but don’t worry, they’re treatable.
At Vision Care Center, we specialize in detecting early signs of cataracts during your comprehensive eye exam. Cataracts occur when the natural lens inside your eye becomes cloudy, usually due to age, sun exposure, or certain medical conditions like diabetes.
What exactly are cataracts?
A cataract is an opacification of the natural lens inside of our eye. We have a lens inside the eye called the crystalline lens. As we age, our natural lens not only becomes more rigid (causing the need for reading glasses) but also starts turning yellow from the inside out. It’s almost like having a dirty window inside of your eye.
What causes cataracts?
The most common cause is age. Cataracts run in all families and if you live long enough, you will develop cataracts. Other common causes of cataracts include traumatic injury to the eye or uncontrolled diabetes. At Vision Care Center, if you have a cataract, we will be able to determine the precise cause of your cataracts and best treatment options
Common Cataract Symptoms:
- Blurry or cloudy vision
- Glare or halos around lights
- Faded colors
- Frequent changes in your glasses prescription
Diagnosis & Next Steps
Dr. Jin uses advanced diagnostic technology, including Optomap retinal imaging and dilated exams, to detect cataracts before they severely impact your daily life. If they progress to the point where vision becomes significantly impaired, we’ll refer you to a trusted cataract surgeon. Cataract surgery is quick, painless, and one of the most routine surgeries performed in the world. Depending on your budget, you could even opt for getting rid of glasses completely! Dr. Jordan Jin has experience working in hospitals and surgical centers around Bellevue, and will be able to review all potential surgical options with you.
Schedule Your Eye Exam Today
Cataracts don’t have to steal your sight. Book your annual eye exam in Bellevue today and let us help protect your long-term vision. We’re in-network with VSP, EyeMed, Medicare, and other major health plans.
🕶️ Early detection is key — don’t wait until it’s too late!