How successful is posterior polar cataract surgery usually and is it considered an emergency that needs immediate attention Also is this condition uncommon in younger people My far vision is slightly blurry but otherwise my eyes feel fine

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Posterior polar cataract surgery requires expert handling due to risk of capsule rupture; it‚Äôs not an emergency unless vision is rapidly deteriorating.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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About a year ago I had LASIK surgery but now my left eye is suddenly red and swollen. I'm using Lubrex drops 6 times a day but it's not helping. What could be causing this and should I be worried?

eye drops are advised ,for severe cases surgical excision is advised to the pt.

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My mom is 50 and needs cataract surgery but she's also dealing with tooth pain right now. Is it safe to proceed with the eye surgery or should we address the dental issue first?

Cataract surgery can usually proceed but active dental infection should be treated first to avoid complications.

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I have Marfan syndrome and high myopia, so LASIK isn't an option for me what other refractive eye surgeries could I consider that would be safe for my condition?

ophthal opinion is advised for tt.

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