Cataracts at age 85 are generally age-related cataracts, the most common type of cataract, which are degenerative changes in the aging lens and are the result of a combination of factors. Ultraviolet radiation, diabetes, hypertension and malnutrition are all risk factors for cataracts. Therefore, the contraindications are avoiding exposure to ultraviolet rays, avoiding diets high in sugar and avoiding excessive eye use.
1. Avoid contact with ultraviolet rays: 85-year-old patients should pay attention to avoid contact with ultraviolet rays in their daily life to prevent ultraviolet rays from causing damage to the eyes. Frequent exposure to strong light can increase the risk of cataracts, so it is necessary to protect against strong sunlight exposure.
2. Avoid high sugar diet: cataract is one of the complications of diabetes, and it is very easy to cause blindness. Once cataracts are found to be caused by diabetes, you should control your diet appropriately, especially limiting the intake of sugar.
3. Avoid excessive use of eyes: avoid prolonged prolonged watching, watching TV or playing cards, reading books, which can make patients accelerate eye muscle fatigue and vision loss. Usually do not rub your eyes, do not use unclean handkerchiefs and towels to wipe your eyes and wash your eyes, and you should relax properly after excessive use of your eyes.
85 years old cataract patients, should regularly go to the regular hospital ophthalmology review, to avoid aggravation of the condition. Usually eat more food containing vitamins, do not smoke.