Do flickers after cataract surgery go away?

Depends: True photopsia (flashes) after cataract surgery should be evaluated to make sure not retinal tear or detachment is taking place. Far more common is a flickering noticed by parients due to a new relection of light from the new intraocular lenses. Most people don't notice this after a period of time.

Generally yes: The so called photopsias that people discover postoperatively generally fade with time. Usually there is adaptation to the light flickers. Unusually, some people never fully adapt. Intraocular lens technology is usually the cause of these symptoms. Make sure you indicate to your eye MD that you have these symptoms. An exam is helpful to make sure the IOL is stable and the capsule is clear.

Flickers, flashes CS: Flickers/Floaters after a non-complicated CS procedure can occur. Check with your eyeMD to be sure no vitreous was lost during procedure. If flashing or a significant numbers of floaters or a curtain coming down over your vision occurs, call your eyeMD ASAP to be sure there is no new retinal hole or detachment. More info: eyedoc2020@blogspot.com