(H26.9) Cataract, unspecified
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Diagnosis cataract, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 23.91% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis cataract, unspecified
892 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis cataract, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cataract, unspecified - Men and Women aged 75-79
Disease Features cataract, unspecified
Cataract, unspecified - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - cataract, unspecified
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Medical history and physical examination
- Visual acuity testing
- Slit-lamp examination
- Tonometry (measuring the pressure inside the eye)
- Ultrasound imaging of the eye
- Fluorescein angiography
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Cataract surgery
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Regular eye examinations to monitor the progression of the disease
- Prescription of corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses
- Surgery to remove the cataract
- Prescription of anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescription of eye drops to reduce inflammation
- Laser treatments to reduce the risk of secondary cataracts
- Prescription of nutritional supplements to support eye health
- Prescription of sunglasses to protect eyes from ultraviolet light
Cataract, unspecified - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease cataract, unspecified
Decreased visual acuity
(Reduced eyesight, Blurred vision, Fuzzy vision, Hazy vision, Dim vision, Poor vision, Clouded vision, Blind spots, Poor focusing, Decreased sharpness, Loss of visual clarity)
Decreased visual acuity is a symptom of vision loss or impairment. It is characterized by a decrease in the ability to see clearly and distinguish objects at a distance. It can develop gradually over time or be sudden, and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as blurriness, double vision, or se...
Double vision
(Blurred vision, Diplopia, Halos, Optic neuritis, Ocular migraine, Strabismus, Visual disturbances, Ocular palsy, Ocular myasthenia, Retinal detachment, Convergence insufficiency)
Double vision is a condition in which two images of a single object are seen. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including muscle imbalance, refractive errors, and neurological disorders. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include headaches, dizziness, and difficulty focusing. ...
Image blur
(Visual blur, Blurred vision, Hazy vision, Fuzzy vision, Cloudy vision, Distorted vision, Double vision, Blind spots, Blindness, Dim vision)
Image blur is a symptom that occurs when a person's vision becomes distorted, making it difficult to see clearly. It can manifest as a blurriness or haziness in the vision, or as a change in the size of objects. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and is often accompanied by other symptoms such as...
Decreasing image brightness
(Diminishing luminosity, Dimming luminance, Fading light, Reducing illumination, Lessening brightness, Lowering luminosity, Decreasing radiance)
Decreasing image brightness is a symptom that occurs when a person's vision becomes less sensitive to light. It can be a gradual or sudden decrease in the brightness of images seen with one or both eyes. It may manifest as difficulty seeing in dimly lit environments, or a need to increase the bright...