Ophthalmologist Alexander Krivun explains increased cataract risk after age 50

Cataract risk significantly increases after age 50, according to ophthalmologist Alexander Krivun. This age group faces higher risks for four age-related eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma. Cataracts, clouding of the lens, affect over 50% of those over 70. Glaucoma, macular degeneration, and presbyopia are also more common in individuals over 50.