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2017-05-26 15:27:49
My child is of one year and six months, doctor told Catract in right eye. Please suggest me if there is any other way to avoid operation.
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Surgery is the only option . Unilateral cataract has to be operated as soon as possible to avoid amblyopia (lazy eyes).

Answered2017-05-27 17:57:57

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Hello Good evening I would recommend you to get cataract surgery done as early as possible as this cataract is untreated is a risk factor for amblyopia I am.sorry but there is no other option except surgery Regards

Answered2017-05-26 16:49:44

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