Editorial brief only. This is not finished article copy and must not be published.
Complete the article in original language, verify every medical claim against the listed sources, and obtain a real clinician review before changing its status.
Primary keyword
posterior subcapsular cataract
Audience
Patients told they have a specific cataract type and want to understand it
Editorial angle
Explains why two people with 'cataract' can have very different symptoms and timelines, with a type-by-type table the current results lack.
Facts to source and verify
Nuclear cataract hardens and yellows the centre of the lens and can temporarily improve near vision ('second sight'); cortical cataract starts as spoke-like opacities at the edge of the lens and causes glare; posterior subcapsular cataract forms at the back of the lens, affects reading and bright-light vision early and is linked to steroid use and diabetes; congenital cataract needs early assessment in babies to prevent amblyopia
Article outline
H2: Quick answer: the main types of cataract | H2: Nuclear sclerotic cataract | H2: Cortical cataract | H2: Posterior subcapsular cataract | H3: Why steroids and diabetes matter | H2: Other types: congenital, traumatic, secondary | H2: How the type affects timing of surgery | H2: Does the type change the surgery or lens choice? | H2: FAQs
Planned table
Cataract type comparison: Type | Where it forms | Typical early symptom | Common risk factors | How fast it usually progresses
Questions to answer
Which type of cataract progresses fastest? | Can steroid inhalers cause cataract? | Is posterior subcapsular cataract operated earlier? | Can children get cataract? | Does cataract type affect surgery cost? | Can one eye have two types?
Sources to verify and cite
AAO EyeSmart (link the topic page): https://www.aao.org/eye-health | National Eye Institute (link the topic page): https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health
Internal link plan
/cataract-surgery | cataract surgery at Jain Eye Hospital
Support links
/blog/cataract-symptoms-early-signs | early signs of cataract | /cataract-surgery/phaco-vs-mics-vs-laser | cataract surgery techniques | /paediatric-eye-care | children's eye care
Image brief
Simple diagram of the eye lens showing three locations of opacity. Alt: Diagram of nuclear, cortical and posterior subcapsular cataract locations
Planned call to action
Book a cataract assessment: after the timing section and at the end
AI drafting prompt from workbook
You are writing a patient-education article for jaineye.com (Jain Eye Hospital & Laser Centre, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi). Write in UK/Indian English at an 8th-grade reading level, paragraphs of 3 sentences or fewer. Never use em dashes. TITLE (H1): Types of Cataract: Nuclear, Cortical and Posterior Subcapsular. URL slug: /blog/types-of-cataract. Meta title: Types of Cataract: Nuclear, Cortical, Posterior | Jain Eye. Meta description: Nuclear, cortical and posterior subcapsular cataracts affect vision differently. Learn the signs of each type, who gets them and how treatment is planned. Primary keyword: 'posterior subcapsular cataract' (use it or its closest natural variant in the H1, and exactly in the first 100 words, one H2 and the meta description; never stuff). Secondary keywords: types of cataract; nuclear cataract; cortical cataract; congenital cataract; traumatic cataract. Audience: Patients told they have a specific cataract type and want to understand it. Search intent: Informational, post-diagnosis. Angle that must make this more useful than current top results: Explains why two people with 'cataract' can have very different symptoms and timelines, with a type-by-type table the current results lack. Length: 1,800 to 2,200 words. Start with a 50 to 60 word direct answer, then a 'Key facts' box with these facts: Nuclear cataract hardens and yellows the centre of the lens and can temporarily improve near vision ('second sight'); cortical cataract starts as spoke-like opacities at the edge of the lens and causes glare; posterior subcapsular cataract forms at the back of the lens, affects reading and bright-light vision early and is linked to steroid use and diabetes; congenital cataract needs early assessment in babies to prevent amblyopia. Use exactly this outline: H2: Quick answer: the main types of cataract | H2: Nuclear sclerotic cataract | H2: Cortical cataract | H2: Posterior subcapsular cataract | H3: Why steroids and diabetes matter | H2: Other types: congenital, traumatic, secondary | H2: How the type affects timing of surgery | H2: Does the type change the surgery or lens choice? | H2: FAQs. Include this table as an HTML table: Cataract type comparison: Type | Where it forms | Typical early symptom | Common risk factors | How fast it usually progresses. End with an FAQ section answering these questions in 40 to 80 words each: Which type of cataract progresses fastest? | Can steroid inhalers cause cataract? | Is posterior subcapsular cataract operated earlier? | Can children get cataract? | Does cataract type affect surgery cost? | Can one eye have two types?. Internal links: add the main money-page link (/cataract-surgery | cataract surgery at Jain Eye Hospital) once in the first third and once in the conclusion; also add: /blog/cataract-symptoms-early-signs | early signs of cataract | /cataract-surgery/phaco-vs-mics-vs-laser | cataract surgery techniques | /paediatric-eye-care | children's eye care. Cite these sources with links: AAO EyeSmart (link the topic page): https://www.aao.org/eye-health | National Eye Institute (link the topic page): https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health. Add byline 'Jain Eye Hospital editorial team', the line 'Medically reviewed by Dr Rajat Jain (cornea, cataract and refractive surgeon), [qualifications], DMC Reg. [number], on [date]' and a 'Last updated [date]' line. Add the AI-assistance disclosure line from the jaineye.com editorial policy (NMC 2026 requires AI-generated content to be labelled). CTA: Book a cataract assessment: after the timing section and at the end. Hindi terms to mention naturally: motiyabind ke prakar. Hero image brief: Simple diagram of the eye lens showing three locations of opacity. Alt: Diagram of nuclear, cortical and posterior subcapsular cataract locations. Output also the JSON-LD for Article + MedicalWebPage + FAQPage + BreadcrumbList. Compliance (India NMC, 6 Oct 2026): no 'best', 'No.1', 'top', 'guaranteed', '100%', 'painless' as a promise, 'permanent cure', success rates, patient numbers, testimonials, before/after images, discounts or free offers; fees only as factual indicative ranges; no other hospital names; no lists of localities. Do not copy text from any website. Mark any fact you are unsure of as [VERIFY] for the doctor reviewer.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general education only and does not replace a personal consultation with an eye specialist.