cataract
...ary: A family may have a history of developing cataracts. During development: A mother may transmit cataracts to her baby during pregnancy if the mother has an infection, such as rubella (German measles). Secondary cataract: Cataracts may be linked to certain other health problems, such as diabetes or steroid use. Traumatic: Cataracts may follow an injury to the eye, either quickly or years later. Other causes: Radiation exposure and excessive exposure to UV light (sunlight), smoke, or alcohol. symptoms: The following symptoms can be signs not only of cataracts but also of other eye problems : Blurry vision Need more light to read Difficulty with glare from bright lights Problems driving at night due to glare from headlights Increased eyestrain Seeing double with one eye open Filmy, foggy or cloudy vision Frequent changes in eyeglass prescription Dark areas or shadows that move with the eye A new ability to se...