Can vision become cloudy again after cataract surgery?Cataract
2 months ago
My grandfather had cataract surgery a year ago and now complains of mild cloudiness again. Is it possible for cataracts to come back, or is this a different problem like posterior capsule opacification? What treatments are available if this happens?
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Cataracts themselves don’t come back once the natural lens is removed. However, some patients develop posterior capsule opacification (PCO), which feels like cloudiness similar to a cataract. This is common and can happen months or years after surgery. Fortunately, it’s easily treated with a quick, painless laser procedure (YAG laser capsulotomy) that restores clarity immediately. It’s a one-time fix, and the problem doesn’t usually return.
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