Macular Degeneration: UV rays may lead to macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss for older Americans.
Cataract: UV rays, especially UV-B rays, may also cause some kinds of cataracts. A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, the part of the eye that focuses the light we see.
Pterygium: Another UV-related problem is a growth called pterygium. This growth begins on the white of the eye and may involve the cornea. Eventually, the growth may block vision. It is more common in people who work outside in the sun and wind.
Skin Cancer: Skin cancer around the eyelids is also linked to prolonged UV exposure.
Corneal Sunburn: Corneal sunburn, called photokeratitis, is the result of high short-term exposure to UV-B rays. To see more details visit, www.preventblindness.org
