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Understanding Cataracts – What Are They and How Do They Impact Vision?

Cataracts

Other than the brain, the eyes are the most complex part of the human body. And while the complexity of the eye is necessary for its unique functionality, this same complexity means there are more possibilities for things to go wrong. It’s also why there are many different types of conditions and diseases that affect…

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