CataractFrom our partner site on alzheimer's disease, OurAlzheimers.com. Lens opacity Prevention: The primary prevention involves controlling associated diseases and avoiding exposure to factors known to promote cataract formation. Wearing sunglasses when you are outside during the day can reduce the amount of UV light your eyes are exposed to. Some sunglasses do not filter out the harmful UV. An optician should be able to tell you which sunglasses filter out the most UV. For patients who smoke cigarettes, quitting will decrease the risk of cataracts.
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