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Keep your eye on your eyes

8 years ago

Whirlwind week; DH had a sudden change in his vision on Tuesday. Saw a specialist on Wednesday who diagnosed him with a partially torn retina. Off to surgery on Thursday. Part 1 done Thursday, part 2 this morning. Prognosis is good but time will tell.

It all started 6 weeks ago when he noticed a ton of little floaters. Said it was like looking at a snow globe filled with black pepper. Saw the doctor and he said it was fluid leak and to watch for changes. Floaters got better but then came back early this week. Tuesday he said it was like having a curtain over part of his eye.

Apparently, these things happen frequently as we age. Just a little reminder to watch for any changes.

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desertsteph

8 years ago

I went to a retina specialist for 4-5 months before he'd release me to have cataract surgery in that eye. He said he couldn't see anything anyway in the back.

lutein and zeaxanthin are good to take for eye health - especially as we get older.

but we should keep aware of what is going on with them. I too was warned about it seeming like a 'curtain closed' over an eye. I'll be back into my retina doctor the first sign of anything. I wasn't sure they'd be able to save the sight in that eye - but they did. he is awesome!

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Fun2BHere
8 years ago
Thanks for the good information...very helpful. I hope your husbands' retina heals quickly.
rob333 (zone 7b)
8 years ago
(((hugs for him))) Glad it's looking ok and hope he feels 100% in no time!
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tami_ohio
8 years ago
Hoping all goes well.
phoggie
8 years ago
Glad he caught this in time. I have so many floaters that it looks like I see a lot of tiny bugs flying in my face. But I have been told that if I see a curtain closing, I need to get there immediately.....and glad he did. I hope he continues to improve.
lindaohnowga
8 years ago
Praying your hubby's eye heals completely. Flashing bright white lights are another thing to watch for with retinal detachment.
foggyj2
8 years ago
Thanks for the information.
rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7
8 years ago
This is a good reminder for all, thanks. I hope that your husband has a full recovery, dees.
User
8 years ago
Sorry it happen to him or anyone for that matter. I hope he heals quickly and his vision is restored to normal. Thank goodness you caught it early.

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