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cataract |
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- A cataract is a spot on the eye that blocks light, or a blemish within the lens of the eye. This creates a hazy, cloudy, or frosty appearance. Cataracts interfere with vision. |
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laser surgery |
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- A laser is a special high-energy beam of light that can be used to treat certain conditions. |
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cataract removal |
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eye exam |
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nearsightedness |
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vision changes |
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visual impairment |
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slit lamp examination |
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- In this procedure, the doctor examines the structures in the front of the eye with a magnifying device and special light called a slit lamp. This helps show any abnormalities of the cornea, sclera, lens, conjunctiva, or eyelids. |
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