Night blindness: A normal part of aging?
Night blindness: A normal part of aging?QuestionMy father has developed night blindness and has given up driving after dark. What causes night blindness? Is there anything that can be done to treat it? AnswerIf your father has had good vision in the past, he is likely experiencing some age-related changes to his eyes. Cataracts often cause difficulty with night driving because of the glare from oncoming headlights or because of blurring caused by cataracts. Other causes of night blindness include:
An examination by an eye specialist can help determine the cause of night blindness. Treatment is directed at the underlying cause when possible. Last Updated: 03/31/2006 © 1998-2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
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