Cataracts affect both men and women in old age, usually between the ages of 60 and 75. However, it is possible to diagnose it, and in very rare cases, in children. This vision disorder is due to the change in the structure of the lens that is damaged by free radicals produced by the body and increases its aging. When this happens, the retina no longer perceives light very well, which explains vision problems.
The different types of cataracts
There are several forms of cataracts, but four of them are the most common. These are senile cataracts which are related to age, secondary cataracts which are mostly of medical origin, traumatic cataracts which result from an eye accident or juvenile cataracts which can be of congenital origin. The condition can affect both eyes as well as one eye and cannot be predicted. It is a very common pathology in both northern and southern countries that can be properly cured when diagnosed early enough.
Symptoms
A person with cataracts sees his or her visual acuity gradually decrease. Even wearing medical lenses does not improve the impaired vision. When the subject is behind the wheel of a car at night, he is bothered by the bright lights of other vehicles. It can also see twice and perceives colors less. In the middle of the day and in normal times, objects appear shrouded in mist. In a word, his vision is no longer normal. And if the affected eye is not treated, the pathology can lead to a total darkening of the lens.
Homeopathic treatment of cataracts
Homeopathic treatment of cataracts is only indicated for cases where the lens is not completely opaque. There is an appropriate treatment for each type of cataract, but also for the form of the opacity of the lens. Thus, depending on the type, Secale cornutum or Carbo Animalis are recommended for senile cataracts depending on the damage to the lens. Calcarea carbonicum is proposed to treat juvenile cataracts. As for the other types, Ammonium carbonicum and Colchicum autumnale are very effective. Finally, to delay the progression of the cataract, it is possible to continuously take 5 granules of Naphthalinum 5 CH per day.
When to see an ophthalmologist or optometrist?
Any change in the perception of objects should lead to consulting an eye specialist, which may be an optometrist or an ophthalmologist. It is up to him to immediately carry out an eye examination to detect a cataract and to prescribe appropriate medical treatment to stop its development. Also, anyone who is already aware of their pathology should consult a doctor as soon as their eyesight is affected and they feel discomfort in their daily professional or personal life.
