Well crap...

AsSiMiLaTeD
AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,728
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We were on the way home Sunday afternoon and I saw what looked like a blood clot in my left eye. So after a trip to the ER and several doctor visits later it appears I've got a tear in my retina and burst blood vessels in that eye and it will require surgery.

Unfortunately this was my only functioning eye to begin with so I am essentially blind at the moment. While the surgery has a decent chance of restoring at least some vision there's little chance I'll get it all back so we're hoping for as little loss as possible, though permanent blindness is a possibility.

I was thinking this morning about all the travel we've not yet gotten around to and even the fairly local stuff that we want to see that we've been putting off thinking we'll get to it next year, and how that may not happen now. So let that be a lesson to the rest of ya, if there's something you really want don't wait around or put it off until later because later may not be there when you get around to it.

There are obviously worse things than going blind and I'm otherwise fine for now, but a little freaked out nonetheless.

I have the op on 12/20 and will know within a few weeks what if any vision I can expect to have going forward, you guys wish me luck.
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,728
    On a side note, I'm going to list my gaming rig and VR up for sale here to help pay for everything, hate letting it go but I've got a decent amount of money tied up there I can use for the surgery and I can always buy it again later when/if I can actually use it.
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  • voltz
    voltz Posts: 5,384
    My prayer and thought are with you Danny and I could only imagine what your going thru.
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  • Moose68Bash
    Moose68Bash Posts: 3,843
    Best of luck to you, @AsSiMiLaTeD.

    I've got eye problems (lost 2/3 of the visual field in my right eye due to undiagnosed glaucoma) and cataracts that have been partly remedied. Not now as serious as yours, but everyday I worry about what happens next.
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 10,716
    My goodness the things people have to go thru. :/
    Prayers and thoughts your way.
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,970
    edited December 2016
    Sad to read this news. We'll both hope and pray for the best possible outcome for you.

    Why are "they" waiting until the 20th to do surgery -- or am I misreading the first post?


    Mrs. H had a (so called) giant retinal tear in December 1998. Off we went for emergency surgery in Boston. Turned out well. She lost a little peripheral vision in that eye, and has a little lumpiness in her visual field due to scarring, but vision is very good otherwise. Ultimately, she also developed a cataract, but cataract surgery today is virtually trivial. She's also got an artificial lens in that eye, come to think of it. She has a little card she carries to note for emergency personnel (or organ harvesters) that she's part-bionic.

    She still has twice-yearly checkups on the status of that eye (actually both of them, as a year later she had a retinal tear in the other one, too). So far, so good.


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  • Dabutcher
    Dabutcher Posts: 2,597
    Good luck and prayers. Keep us posted. Peace. D
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  • Joey_V
    Joey_V Posts: 8,583
    Geez... sorry bro. It's a tough road, for sure. My dad had eye surgery recently so I know how tough it is. Best of luck man.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,794
    Hang in there, Danny. We're all pulling for ya!
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,320
    Wow Danny sorry to hear my friend. Will be pulling for ya', let us know if any of us Texas brethren can do anything for ya'

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  • WagnerRC
    WagnerRC Posts: 2,161
    prayers on the way Danny.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,735
    Danny, I'm wishing the best for you.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    Sending good thoughts and hoping for the best for you.
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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    Oh man, that is really something. Good luck. Hope all turns out well.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,461
    Just saw this post... Nooshin and I offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May the healing hand of God rest upon you and make you whole again. If there is any way I can help...
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    Hang in there Danny...
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  • Thorton
    Thorton Posts: 1,324
    Best of luck. Prayers heading your way.
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    Sorry to hear about this!

    Sounds like you've handled it quickly. That's the best course of action with any retinal issue. Do your research on Ophthalmologist and get as many opinions as you can.

    Good luck buddy!
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  • MrBuhl
    MrBuhl Posts: 2,419
    Oh man, prayers your way for sure.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,221
    I hate to hear this Danny, but I have to say that you seem to have about as positive of an attitude as possible given the circumstances. The attitude you project is both inspiring and humbling. You will be in my thoughts and prayers for a full recovery.
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  • polk500
    polk500 Posts: 1,171
    Sorry to read about this, wishing you the best possible outcome with the surgery...

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  • hochpt21
    hochpt21 Posts: 5,423
    Thoughts and prayers sent your way. Hoping things workout the absolute best way possible.
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  • Jimbo18
    Jimbo18 Posts: 2,337
    I hope all goes well for you, Danny. My youngest daughter had an operation for a partially detacted retina and came out of it fine. I hope your operation goes as well for you.
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,056
    I'm sorry to hear of your unfortunate situation. I hope it all goes well for you.
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  • simm
    simm Posts: 570
    So sorry to hear this. Hoping for a successful recovery.
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  • polrbehr
    polrbehr Posts: 2,834
    Positive thoughts and prayers sent your way, keep the faith my friend.
    So, are you willing to put forth a little effort or are you happy sitting in your skeptical poo pile?


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  • tonyb
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    Crap man, anything we can do just ask brother. I mean anything. Prayers sent your way.
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  • vcwatkins
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    Prayers your way
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    Sorry to hear this Danny. Best of luck with the upcoming surgery.
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  • daboyz
    daboyz Posts: 5,207
    Hoping the best for you.
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  • gce
    gce Posts: 2,158
    Hope all goes well with the surgery!
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