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Hello, does dexamethasone eye drops used for 2x 2 days cause permanent change in lens and cells in lens?

Q: hello, does dexamethasone eye drops used for 2x 2 days cause permanent change in lens and cells in lens?

: Steroid eye drops can cause several side effects and should only be used under supervision of a physician. The side effects include changes in vision, infection and drainage to name just a few.

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Steroid eye drops can cause several side effects and should only be used under supervision of a physician. The side effects include changes in vision, infection and drainage to name just a few.

Answered 3/14/2021

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A member asked:

Hello, does dexamethasone eye drops used for 2x 2 days cause permanent change in lens and cells in lens?

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