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Question:
Why would my 12-year-son develop cataract in one eye and early stages of cataract in the second eye?
Answer:
There may be clues from the type of cataract that would shed some light on this question. An eye exam would be necessary to tell.
Answered by: David F. Chang, MD 
Categories: Cataracts, Children's Eye Health
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