Cataract is an eye ailment that develops gradually, making early diagnosis difficult. Nevertheless, hazy or hazy eyesight is among the first warning signs.

"By the time the patient truly realizes that their vision is blurry, they would have already become accustomed to that lower level of sight," according to ophthalmologist, cataract and refractive surgeon, Dr. Supriya Sriganesh, Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, Bangalore. For this reason, they allowed it to develop until it was in a far later phase. It's not until much later that some people realize they need cataract surgery.

The first symptoms of cataracts that we should be aware of in order to stop the course of this illness were further shared by Dr. Supriya Sriganesh:

1. Double vision in one eye:

Patients often see two images of a single object, even when only one eye is open. This often goes unnoticed at first or is mistaken for eye strain.

2. Coloured halos around lights:

Patient might notice rainbow-like circles or glare around lights, especially at night. This can make night driving uncomfortable.

3. Poor night vision:

Many patients find it harder to see clearly in low light or while driving at night. Things may appear dim or less sharp than usual. 

4. Foggy or blurry vision:

The vision may seem cloudy or hazy, like looking through a frosted glass. Cleaning your glasses won’t help, as the problem is within the eye.

5. Difficulty reading small print:

Even with reading glasses, small text might start to look unclear, particularly in low lighting.

6. Frequent changes in your glasses prescription:

If your glasses need to be changed often but your vision still doesn’t feel right, it could be due to a developing cataract.

The ophthalmologist emphasised the importance of annual eye check-ups to detect the condition early, monitor its progression, and ensure timely medical intervention.

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