Several eye conditions can impair vision, with some potentially leading to blindness if left untreated. Cataracts cause the eye’s lens to become cloudy, blurring vision, while corneal opacity results from scarring or clouding of the cornea.
Glaucoma progressively damages the optic nerve, while trachoma, a bacterial infection, can cause eye scarring and vision loss.
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Age-related macular degeneration damages the central retina, affecting detailed vision. Refractive errors cause blurred vision when light fails to focus properly on the retina.
Diabetic retinopathy damages retinal blood vessels, potentially threatening sight. Regular eye examinations can help detect problems early.
