Understanding Eye Health: The Distinct Differences Between Glaucoma and Cataracts When it comes to eye health, two prevalent eye conditions that people often hear about are glaucoma and cataracts. Both has a noticeable impact on vision, but they are quite different in terms of their development, symptoms, and treatment methods. http://We ran into a problem. If you're in private mode (incognito), switch to regular browsing or try again later.