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2022-02-08 05:16:34
My father's Cataract surgery of one eye was done in 2018, So is it necessary to go through Cataract surgery of second eye now?
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If he is have vision problems in the other eye then you can get him operated. If not then no hurry.
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Get routine Eye checkup done to Know the status of Cataract in the other eye

Answered2022-02-08 09:03:20

YESNO

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Hi Yes …mostly the cataract must have advanced by now . If care not taken at the right time , can cause problems. Show to the doctor and plan it .

Answered2022-02-08 09:02:51

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