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cataract - 3-month baby

Hi,
My 3-month old baby girl was diagnosed with cataract.
She has undergone cataract operation in both the eyes.
However, the doctors say that her optic nerves are weak and hence nothing can be said if and how much her vision might develop.
She is now 7 month old and can follow light. But still cannot make eye-2-eye contact.
Also she is physically a bit weak (weighing 5 kgs) and can not hold her head straight or doesnt like to stand on her feet (even for 15-20 secs)
Any pointers really appreciable.
Regards,
Gaurav
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233488 tn?1310693103
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I can't tell you specifics but as a generalization not with today's technology.
You need to get specifics from your child's ophthalmologist. Also new research is making good progress in that area.
JCH MD
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Thanks for your advice John!
Is there anything that can be done to strengthen her optic nerves?
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233488 tn?1310693103
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I think what you were told is all that can be said at the moment. It is not possible to judge what the vision will be when she gets older but its likely to be impaired and almost certainly will never be normal.

As for her general development you will need to confir with her pediatrician.

JCH MD
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