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 (a condition affecting the optic nerve) and cataracts. Both has a noticeable impact on vision, but they differ in how they develop, symptoms, http://We ran into a problem. If you're in private mode (incognito), switch to regular browsing or try again later.