Diagnosed with PVD following cataract surgery - Page 2

mousiegirl · ‎03-09-2010

@Puppy Lips wrote:
Oh gosh, kind of wish I had not opened this thread. I need cataract surgery. I was tested in January and was weighing my options, and then, well you know.....the world was broken. Now I have another appointment to basically start over the process. I am scared. But, my eyesight is not good. Ughhhh. Getting old sucks.

@Puppy Lips DH had both eyes done last year, about four weeks or so apart, and doesn't wear glasses any longer, except the lowest number for reading.

Deree · ‎06-30-2018

@PilatesLover wrote:
So PVD can heal on its own? My doctor told me it does not. I have a lot of research to do which will probably include a second opinion.

@PilatesLover As I mentioned I only did some superficial research but did find more than once source that said it can heal on its own.

"Does vitreous detachment go away?

Often, they're accompanied by flashes of light — usually in your peripheral vision — and especially visible in the dark. The flashes and floaters generally subside within one to three months, and 85 percent of those with posterior vitreous detachment experience no further problems.Dec 18, 2018"

It's unfortunate that too many doctors come out with these dire predictions - if you don't do this then that will happen. My opthalmologist has also been pushing me to get cataract surgery. I spoke off the record to one of his M.D. assistants and she told me with a wink that there was no rush in my case. Then I went home to research and after I read about some of the potential problems following cataract surgery I decided to put it off for now. Someone else said to me -- You'll know when it's time for cataract surgery and that shouldn't be when a doctor scares you into it. My mom had cataract surgery in her 80's with no problems thereafter.

Another opinion isn't a bad idea.

Wear a mask. Social distance. Be part of the solution - not part of the problem.

furbabylover · ‎08-24-2011

I'm so sorry you are enduring sadness and fear over this, but the GOOD NEWS is that there are a variety of treatments available to you, all with excellent outcomes. And you may heal all on your own. I am sure you are frustrated with your opthamologist and maybe its time to find a new one. I have had so many experiences where a second opinion or an alternative treatment with another doctor saved my life. Keep your "eye on the prize" of recovery and you'll get through this. I'm rooting for you!!

EatWell · ‎12-31-2012

If you have cataracts, and you let it go too long, surgery will no longer be an option, and you will eventually go blind. The surgery takes less than 5 minutes per eye. Painless. Time for recover can be up to six months. But you will have better vision.

Of course, as with any surgery, there is always some risk. But cataract surgery is so common now, the risk of complications are low. If your eye dr. recommends it, doi it soon asap.

Good luck.

IMW · ‎06-15-2014

My ophthalmologist sent me to a retina specialist when I had a tear in my retina. It was treated with laser.

I'd see a retina specialist.

Good luck.

RealtyGal2 · ‎01-05-2017

@Puppy Lips wrote:
Oh gosh, kind of wish I had not opened this thread. I need cataract surgery. I was tested in January and was weighing my options, and then, well you know.....the world was broken. Now I have another appointment to basically start over the process. I am scared. But, my eyesight is not good. Ughhhh. Getting old sucks.

Do not worry about cataract surgery. It is a breeze. I had to have corneal transplants in both eyes in addition to cataract surgery and it was painless. Two days after surgery I could see without glasses and my eyesight has continued to improve. I was scared and almost waited too long for one of my eyes for the transplant and ended up having 2 surgeries on that eye.

RealtyGal2 · ‎01-05-2017

@MoJoV wrote:
@Puppy Lips I could've written your post. I'm in the same boat with you. I was finally brave enough to get on with the cataract surgery....then the bottom dropped out of the world.

Read my reply to PUPPY LIPS post. There is nothing to worry about. Easiest surgery I have ever had and I had corneal transplants in both eyes along with the cataract surgery. It is not painful or even uncomfortable.

PilatesLover · ‎08-20-2014

@furbabylover wrote:
I'm so sorry you are enduring sadness and fear over this, but the GOOD NEWS is that there are a variety of treatments available to you, all with excellent outcomes. And you may heal all on your own. I am sure you are frustrated with your opthamologist and maybe its time to find a new one. I have had so many experiences where a second opinion or an alternative treatment with another doctor saved my life. Keep your "eye on the prize" of recovery and you'll get through this. I'm rooting for you!!

Thank you so much.

arrabella · ‎03-12-2010

@IMW wrote:
My ophthalmologist sent me to a retina specialist when I had a tear in my retina. It was treated with laser.
I'd see a retina specialist.
Good luck.

I agree. With any problem involving the retina, I'd go to a retnia specialist!

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

@PilatesLover So sorry to hear about this. When we have cataract surgery, the risks of something going wrong is very low....but there are still some risks. Retinal Detatchment is one of the issues that can come up with his surgery. Please keep us updated as you find more out. I am sure your doctor will take good care of you