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Types of Congenital
Cataracts
Examples of more common
forms of congenital
cataracts include:
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Anterior polar cataracts
are well defined,
located in the front
part of the eye's lens
and thought to be
commonly associated with
inherited traits. These
types of cataracts often
are considered too small
to require surgical
intervention.
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Posterior polar
cataracts also are well
defined, but appear in
the back portion of the
eye's lens.
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Nuclear cataracts appear
in the central part of
the lens and are a very
common form of
congenital cataracts.
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Cerulean cataracts
usually are found in
both eyes of infants and
are distinguished by
small, bluish dots in
the lens. Typically,
these types of cataracts
do not cause vision
problems. Cerulean
cataracts appear to be
associated with
inherited tendencies.
Without early intervention,
congenital cataracts can
lead to development of "lazy
eye" or amblyopia. This
condition can then lead to
other eye problems such as
nystagmus, strabismus and
inability to fix a gaze upon
objects.
Such problems can profoundly
impact learning ability,
personality and even
appearance, ultimately
affecting a child's entire
life. For these and many
other reasons, make sure
your child's eyes are
examined regularly and as
soon as possible after your
baby is born
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