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For those that have had detachment, what did it look like? (self.Blind)
submitted by AlwaysLilly
I had two photocoagulation laser surgeries this month one was two weeks ago, the other was Friday. I’ve had these surgeries many times over the years without any major issues.
This morning, I woke up and when I was in my bathroom (which is well lit), I noticed a dark spot in my vision in my eye that had laser two weeks ago. I decided to try and lay back down and try to sleep as I got no sleep last night - this last laser has been a lot rougher recovery wise. After laying down for a while, my vision seems normal again, so I’m guessing it was just a floater.
I’ve always assumed the curtain affect would be a constant thing? What I saw did look more like a shadow and I have had weird visual disturbances upon waking up that went away quickly, but this really terrified me as this is my strong eye.
macadamia_owl 3 points 2y ago
I too had 2 photocoagulation a, i had retinal tears and retinal detachments one unlucky full retina detachment.
From your description it sounds like a floater - extremely common after any laser procedure is incerase of those they fade away on it's own normally. Your eye is healing on inside and outside, nutritions, white blood cells and other stuff to repair are floating around in and out in veins and in vitreous fluid. It would be a concern if it would be from perpetual - from the side and static persistent for 45 mins/ hour and more, accompanied by on this place bolts of constant stroboscopic white lights staying on that blind edge and expanding.
If accompanied by zigzags or changing shapes it's most likely eye migraines, migraine with aura even without headache
If it's not static, following your focus, vision spot - floater, natural blind spot that everyone has near macila, migraine or eye migraine without pain
If it's persistent and bothers you call your eye doc you will get appointment quickly.
After any laser there can be some inflammation inside or outside the eye only doc could see that to be expected after laser, some have sensitive eyes to it and it has to be treated with special eye drops. Could be beginning of uveitis: had it after other laser and first sign was lots of floaters and extreme light sensitivity then it went worse.
Photocoagulation holds up very well it's very strong protection: after a while I was horseback riding after doc allowed, travelled by plane, riding rough trials on mountain bikes and mountain walking, snorkeling. It holds well 10 years already i had 360 grades laser photocoagulation ca 30% central healthier retina left. It still has to be monitored 1 a year or so if it's from progressive condition.
From your description it sounds like a floater - extremely common after any laser procedure is incerase of those they fade away on it's own normally. Your eye is healing on inside and outside, nutritions, white blood cells and other stuff to repair are floating around in and out in veins and in vitreous fluid. It would be a concern if it would be from perpetual - from the side and static persistent for 45 mins/ hour and more, accompanied by on this place bolts of constant stroboscopic white lights staying on that blind edge and expanding.
If accompanied by zigzags or changing shapes it's most likely eye migraines, migraine with aura even without headache
If it's not static, following your focus, vision spot - floater, natural blind spot that everyone has near macila, migraine or eye migraine without pain
If it's persistent and bothers you call your eye doc you will get appointment quickly.
After any laser there can be some inflammation inside or outside the eye only doc could see that to be expected after laser, some have sensitive eyes to it and it has to be treated with special eye drops. Could be beginning of uveitis: had it after other laser and first sign was lots of floaters and extreme light sensitivity then it went worse.
Photocoagulation holds up very well it's very strong protection: after a while I was horseback riding after doc allowed, travelled by plane, riding rough trials on mountain bikes and mountain walking, snorkeling. It holds well 10 years already i had 360 grades laser photocoagulation ca 30% central healthier retina left. It still has to be monitored 1 a year or so if it's from progressive condition.
AlwaysLilly [OP] 2 points 2y ago
That does make sense and seems most likely. Thankfully, the rest of the day has been consistent and I’ve always had symptoms after surgeries. When they first found a tear over 15 years ago, I was asymptomatic until after treatment. Otherwise, it’s all held up well.
That’s great to hear that your laser has held up so well! I’d love to be able to do some jarring type activities again someday.
That’s great to hear that your laser has held up so well! I’d love to be able to do some jarring type activities again someday.
dunktheball 1 points 2y ago
I haven't had one, but worried about it because I think nearsighted people are more likely to get them.
AlwaysLilly [OP] 1 points 2y ago
For what it’s worth, my vision has steadily gotten worse over the years and even with being stupid and skipping retina visits for a few years, mine have stayed intact.
Everyone is different, but at -17 with regular monitoring by my specialist and a low threshold for going in/calling with issues, we’ve been able to preserve a lot of my vision so far.
Do you get dilated exams annually? If not, you should.
Everyone is different, but at -17 with regular monitoring by my specialist and a low threshold for going in/calling with issues, we’ve been able to preserve a lot of my vision so far.
Do you get dilated exams annually? If not, you should.
dunktheball 1 points 2y ago
No, definitely not annually. At one point I probably went way over a decade not going.
AlwaysLilly [OP] 1 points 2y ago
I’d get checked. The best defense for anyone against any eye problems is having regular check ups.
If you wait you might be fine, but if there is an underlying issue and they don’t do any proactive treatment; that’s just going to make things more frustrating later on.
If you wait you might be fine, but if there is an underlying issue and they don’t do any proactive treatment; that’s just going to make things more frustrating later on.
MostlyBlindGamer 1 points 2y ago
Go to your doctor.
Even if anybody here could help you, we can't look into your eye.
Even if anybody here could help you, we can't look into your eye.
AlwaysLilly [OP] 2 points 2y ago
I know, and I’m calling them. I just was curious about other people’s experiences.
MostlyBlindGamer 2 points 2y ago
Sure. It's always good to get other people's takes on things.
It's just that too many people limit themselves to asking questions on the internet instead of running to the ER, you know?
It's just that too many people limit themselves to asking questions on the internet instead of running to the ER, you know?
AlwaysLilly [OP] 3 points 2y ago
Yeah, I totally get what you’re saying. Appreciate your concern/the reminder to be on the safe side.
MostlyBlindGamer 2 points 2y ago
Best of luck!
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