I was at the eye doctor last week for my annual checkup. There is a small cataract in my right eye that he monitors. I had sensed some cloudiness in the eye last year shortly after I had seen him then I adjusted to it. He could see no difference from last year so that was good enough for me. He told me that if/when I become uncomfortable with my vision I can have the surgery done. They would replace my lens and I wouldn't need glasses after that. However they would have to do my other eye shortly after so that my eyes wouldn't be strained, with the difference in vision. My plan is to postpone any surgery for as long as possible.
The office was really busy that day. A lady sitting beside me mentioned that she used the wheel-trans service to get there. They provide transportation for people with disabilities. I noticed she was able to walk around, and seemed fine but she told me she had heart and back issues. Apparently you have to apply and interview for this free transportation service. It turned out that she had no family living in the country. At her last eye surgery she had to ask a friend to take time off work to check her out of the hospital. She was worried about being able to find someone to help her with her next surgery. It was easier to answer another lady who just wanted directions to the washroom.
The office was really busy that day. A lady sitting beside me mentioned that she used the wheel-trans service to get there. They provide transportation for people with disabilities. I noticed she was able to walk around, and seemed fine but she told me she had heart and back issues. Apparently you have to apply and interview for this free transportation service. It turned out that she had no family living in the country. At her last eye surgery she had to ask a friend to take time off work to check her out of the hospital. She was worried about being able to find someone to help her with her next surgery. It was easier to answer another lady who just wanted directions to the washroom.
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Glad you go for regular check-ups. I have had cataract (and other) OPs on both eyes, and was very pleased with the results. Have a great week, hugs, Valerie
as long as it stays that way it's ok
Greeting Elke
Hoping that you don't have any issues with that eye getting worse. Like you....I like the easy question about where is the washroom.
I hope your eye continues to remain stable for a long time. I'm like you. I'd do the surgery only when necessary.
My client, age 94, put off her operation and her left eye is beyond help. It's so sad. Her right is better post-surgery.
Did you know that Community Services provides drivers? I've driven clients to appointments. I'm a hospice volunteer!
Good info on wheel-trans.
Cataract surgery: Been there. Done that. It's much easier than it used to be.
Kudos, Jenn. You make a difference.
You have a good plan. David had surgery on his left eye and can see better, but his right eye will have to be operated on.
Jenn that's good to know. They could likely check her out also.
good to keep an eye on your eyes :) the surgery for cataracts is usually pretty simple but it is a good thing you and the doc are keeping an eye on it because if you don't need surgery, its always better not to
(people with disabilities can often walk no problem, you don't have to look disabled to be disabled ;) )
very good point Jennifer
just thought I would point that out :)
i don't generally look disabled unless I am having a bad day
That wheel trans thing sounds great. Art and I both have cataracts that are at the watch and wait stage. Keeping fingers crossed. My mother is 88 and still hasn't had the operation.
i think if the doctor is asking for surgery then you must not delay it deliberately Christine as (God forbid me) problem can get worse.
i feel that my left eye is weak in sight but doctor is not getting it until now and drops are doing bit fine for me.
Felt sorry for the lady who doesn't have any family to stay with her after surgery
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