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A member asked:

How long would it take a cataract to develop after head trauma?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Depends: Depends on the trauma . Could be right away, or, years down the line. The more severe and direct the trauma , the faster cataracts develop.

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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Variable: It could develop in just a matter of days or as long as years. Sorry, but that's the truth.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/13/2013

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