The 5 Leading Causes Of Blindness

1. Uncorrected refractive errors:  These can include myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism, and can often be corrected with eyeglasses.
2. Cataracts:  These typically affect those over 65 years old, but can also be a common side effect of conditions like diabetes. Cataracts happen when the lens of your eye becomes less transparent and can cause your sight to appear cloudy.
3. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD): This causes you to lose central vision as the macula in your retina deteriorates.
4. Glaucoma:  This occurs when fluid builds up in your eye and causes pressure.
5. Diabetic retinopathy:  As the name implies, this stems from diabetes.