What is croup? Croup is a fairly common respiratory condition in children usually caused by a viral infection or allergic reaction. Croup affects the windpipe (trachea), the bronchi (airways to the lungs), and the larynx (voice box).
However, as the cataract continues to become denser, vision also becomes more cloudy, and stronger glasses or contact lenses will no longer improve sight. Cataracts typically develop gradually and are usually not painful or associated with any eye redness or other symptoms unless they become extremely advanced.
A cataract in only one eye may be disturbing to a particular patient and may not cause significant symptoms in another patient. Cataracts usually do not harm your eye, so you can have surgery when it is convenient for you and when the cataract interferes with your daily activities. Once you understand the benefits and risks of surgery, you can make an informed decision about whether cataract surgery is right for you. In most cases, delaying cataract surgery will not cause long-term damage to your eye or make the surgery more difficult.