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Clouding of the Lens - Cataract
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Cataracts are part of the normal aging process and usually cannot be prevented. A healthy lifestyle may delay the onset of cataracts. The following recommendations are part of a healthy lifestyle.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
If left untreated, cataracts become gradually more opaque with time.
What are the risks to others?
Cataracts are not contagious and pose no risk to others.