Cataract surgery vibes, please

gemlady

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Thursday morning I go in for cataract removal in my left eye. I understand this procedure is common but I still have a few qualms about sharp objects near my eye.
Right now things looks like I have petroleum jelly smeared on my glasses. It has kept me from driving and web surfing hasn't been as much fun. Good thing I can touch type and can change the size of text!


On May 17 I am scheduled to have my right eye done. It isn't as bad, but there is some cloudiness and they want to do it ASAP because of the drastic difference I will have between my vision. (It appears I have normal aging cataract in my right eye where as something accelerated it in my left eye.) .

Anyways, I appreciate any and all vibes you can spare. TCS vibes are among the best!
 

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Of course lots of . The surgery is quite fascinating. We learned about the techniques when Aoibhe was diagnosed. At least you won't have to wear a collar for 6 weeks.
 

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I don't blame you, I would be a bit nervous
too! But all will be just fine and you will be glad you had it done
. Lots of vibes for you
 

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I have been assured by several elderly neighbours that it is a breeze; one elderly neighbour had his removed not that long ago, and his recovery time was fast for both eyes. Also a good friend (younger than me) had his done last fall, and said it was a breeze and he forgot what seeing was really like; his recovery time was even faster than the elderly man.

Good luck with your surgery
 

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Many prayers for you today. My younger sister just had both her eyes done.
She can see better, 20/20 in one eye, than she has ever been able to see in her life.
 
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Originally Posted by katachtig

Of course lots of . The surgery is quite fascinating. We learned about the techniques when Aoibhe was diagnosed. At least you won't have to wear a collar for 6 weeks.
That's a relief!
 

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Good luck Jan! I know it's a common surgery, but still I'd be nervous about it too. Lots of vibes for you that it all goes well.
 

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Any surgery is always scary even if it is minor in nature. Since I live in an "adult lifestyle" building (translate that to mean seniors), a number of the owners here have had cataract surgery and now don't even need to wear glasses to see. Apparently I have the beginnings of cataracts and will need the operation within the next 3 years.
 

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Mega calming and healing coming your way. Hope everything goes smoothly!
 

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Sending lots of vibes your way for you to stay calm and the procedure to be painless and quick!

(My mom, aunt, cousin, and several other family members have had the cataract surgery and have been able to see much better afterwards! I think you will do wonderful!
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This is goin to be a test of my tovh typing skills as I cannto see up close...B ut I had to check in.

All wentwell this morning and the left eye isdone, I can see the TV but not thee computer screen. Cab;t wiat tilI get my new eyeglasses.

Thanks for the vbies!
 
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