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Post by zeke on Apr 8, 2019 5:09:45 GMT -8
As first mentioned here, I had some trouble with my vision. Dr report: I had a blood vessel leak into my eye and the resulting interference also changed the inner eye pressure. All of this blocked the amount of light that was able to reach my retina. Treatment consists of an injection directly into the eye, every 4-6 weeks for the next 6-8 months. They claim this will go away with no permanent damage. Exercise and altitude had nothing to do with it, and will have no effect on the recovery. I am free to continue whatever I feel like I can do. They did not counsel me to take any other precautions, although I'm not going to be putting myself in any more situations where my depth perception is required for survival. Until this clears up some more, I will not be driving at night, or much during the day either.
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Post by JRinGeorgia on Apr 8, 2019 5:25:33 GMT -8
Good luck with the treatments. I'm cringing at the thought of injections directly into the eye...
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Post by trinity on Apr 8, 2019 6:07:02 GMT -8
All in all, sounds like good news. Hope the treatment goes well.
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Post by Lamebeaver on Apr 8, 2019 6:09:10 GMT -8
I hope all goes well. I'm guessing they do something to numb they eye first, but it's still not a pleasant prospect.
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Post by zeke on Apr 8, 2019 6:39:22 GMT -8
Yes, they numb the eye enough to where I only felt some slight pressure as the needle pierced the orb. Now there is some grit feeling, but was told that would go away in a few hours.
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Post by desert dweller on Apr 8, 2019 6:46:29 GMT -8
Good news! I guess it may be age related. Something a lot of us are relating to.
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Post by driftwoody on Apr 8, 2019 7:01:20 GMT -8
Glad to hear the prognosis, zeke. I was at the eye doctor for a routine checkup Saturday, and described your symptoms. Most of the scenarios she came up with weren't good.
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Post by autumnmist on Apr 8, 2019 7:44:54 GMT -8
zeke , I'm glad you were able to see your doctor so quickly, and am relieved that the incident was known to her and that there's a prescribed treatment. That must be such a relief - will you celebrate? I would! I think your precautions are wise, and if summer is as peculiar and changeable as was winter, it would be a good time to relax, reflect on life, and plan for the future (including kayaking trips, with a partner just to be on the safe side.) Thanks for sharing this encouraging update. JRinGeorgia , eye injections are also treatment for macular degeneration, although I can't remember if they're for the wet or dry version. My aunt received injections regularly; she said she got used to them. But for anyone (including me) who's never experienced any kind of eye treatment like that, it's unsettling.
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Post by johntpenca on Apr 8, 2019 12:35:31 GMT -8
Dr report: I had a blood vessel leak into my eye and the resulting interference also changed the inner eye pressure. All of this blocked the amount of light that was able to reach my retina. Treatment consists of an injection directly into the eye, every 4-6 weeks for the next 6-8 months. They claim this will go away with no permanent damage. Exercise and altitude had nothing to do with it, and will have no effect on the recovery. I am free to continue whatever I feel like I can do. They did not counsel me to take any other precautions, although I'm not going to be putting myself in any more situations where my depth perception is required for survival. Until this clears up some more, I will not be driving at night, or much during the day either. Yeah, overall good news given it appears to be short term treatment. Injection in the eye is not a big deal. My father had something similar. His is permanent though. Macular degeneration as stated by JRinGeorgia . Those injections cost a LOT of $$$.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 8, 2019 12:58:53 GMT -8
First, Good Luck! You found a Doctor who knew what it is and has a treatment for it. My brother-in-law had to get these shots. They are a little uncomfortable, but not painful. I used to drive him in for his appointments. He still gets them, but not as often as when he was first diagnosed. You will probably come out of this OK. It is not popular or PC to mention "thoughts and prayers", so I won't, but you get the idea. A lot of people here are rooting for you.
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Post by reuben on Apr 8, 2019 13:26:23 GMT -8
Exercise and altitude had nothing to do with it, and will have no effect on the recovery. Well, that's good, but what DID cause it?
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Post by zeke on Apr 8, 2019 13:31:30 GMT -8
Best he could tell me was it was probably a result of my diabetes or glaucoma, with no way to say if either was correct. Getting old is not for weenies.
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Post by BigLoad on Apr 8, 2019 13:37:54 GMT -8
They would have to tie me down quite securely to get a needle into my eye. Understanding intellectually that it's necessary probably wouldn't be enough to stop more primitive instincts to resist.
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Post by zeke on Apr 8, 2019 13:41:42 GMT -8
They would have to tie me down quite securely to get a needle into my eye. Understanding intellectually that it's necessary probably wouldn't be enough to stop more primitive instincts to resist. LOL It was easier than going down that slide, or up the wall wearing my pack. Sometimes the numbing meds have to affect more than just the region they are applied to. Numbing the mind might be more difficult.
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Post by Roger on Apr 8, 2019 14:14:28 GMT -8
I had an eye injection before and the thought is the worst part. I remember the needle coming down towards the eye. I'm just glad I do not have to have repeated injections. Best of luck with the injections.... hope your vision improves back to your pre-bleed normal. As a FYI: The leading causes of vision impairment and blindness in the U.S. are diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, cataract, and glaucoma. For those of you that have diabetes here is a link to information. You should also be getting an eye exam at least annually to pick up any problems before they impair vision. nei.nih.gov/health/diabetic/retinopathy
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