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Can prednisolone-induced cataract worsen after stoppage of medication? my vision seems more blurred.
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It may but it can be: It may but it may be related to your uveitis. You need to see your ophthalogist
Answered 11/23/2015
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Cataracts: Yes it can worsen after stopping the steroid, once the cataract has started forming, it can get worse at any time. Discontinuing of the Steroid will usually slow or halt the progression in most cases.
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