Cataracts

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Signs that you may have cataracts

  • Cloudy, blurry, or dim vision
  • Poor night vision or trouble seeing in the dark
  • Sensitivity to light and glare (such as from headlights, lamps, or sunlight)
  • "Halos" around lights
  • Needing to change your glasses or contact lens prescription more often
  • Colors that look faded or yellow
  • Double vision or seeing more than one image in one eye (this may go away as the cataract grows)

If you notice any sudden changes in your vision, see an eye doctor right away. Sudden changes, such as double vision or blurring, need an immediate appointment with your healthcare provider.

 

Last Reviewed and Updated: October 2026
By: AGS/HiAF Public Education Committee, HealthinAging.org Content Reviewers

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