A 65-year-old patient reports blurred and double vision that's progressively worsening. They also mention difficulty seeing at night and sensitivity to light. An eye exam reveals clouding of the lens. What might be the diagnosis and what are the next steps?
These symptoms are consistent with a cataract, which is a clouding of the lens in the eye causing visual impairment. The next steps should be a comprehensive eye examination and a slit-lamp examination to confirm the diagnosis. If a cataract is confirmed and symptoms are significantly affecting the patient's quality of life, discussion about cataract surgery for lens replacement should be initiated.