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A Visit to the Eye Doctor

I saw an ophthalmologist. I was very pleased with the quality of care he provided. He was personable and friendly. I felt he took the time to get to know a bit as a human being. He was also professional with the examination. He took his time and explained everything he was doing, why he was doing it, what his assessments were, and what each meant.

It's not unusual for an allergy to the Alphagan drops to develop over time, but he was excited to hear that I had stopped using them for a period to allow my eyes to clear up and then used them again to see if that was really the cause of the reaction -- said I was a scientist to have done that. (I am thinking not such a smart scientist since it definitely did trigger more pain and redness. But how else would one know?)

Now I have a protocol for clearing up the redness and painful itch and will see him again in a couple of weeks when he will probably prescribe a new medication for glaucoma. In the meantime, I feel encouraged and am no longer spinning an irrational story about going blind.

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  1. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)February 10, 2020 at 8:50 AM

    All good news here!! You little scientist.

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  2. gigi-hawaiiFebruary 10, 2020 at 10:43 AM

    I am glad that you visited a competent ophthalmologist. I hope your eyes clear up and don't cause you any more pain. My mother struggled with glaucoma for years.

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  3. Jenn JilksFebruary 10, 2020 at 1:38 PM

    I am going blind! I can't get an appointment for cataract surgery! Yay, rural wait times...

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    1. OlgaFebruary 10, 2020 at 3:40 PM

      I hope something comes through for you. I need cataract surgery as well, but one thing at a time.

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  4. MaebemeFebruary 10, 2020 at 1:46 PM

    I always appreciate a professional who is truly professional. Glad you've got a plan to proceed with.

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  5. TaborFebruary 10, 2020 at 2:10 PM

    Great news. I love when illnesses are resolved! Our eyesight is so important.

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  6. Arkansas PattiFebruary 10, 2020 at 2:14 PM

    So glad you have such a good doctor in your corner. When he prescribes the new medicine, ask him if he has samples. Then if it doesn't work out, you are not out the money for the prescription. I do it all the time.

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  7. R's RueFebruary 10, 2020 at 2:56 PM

    Great news.

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  8. Linda ReederFebruary 10, 2020 at 5:35 PM

    It's wonderful when a medical provider can take care of your medical problems and ease your mind as well.

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  9. BarbaraFebruary 12, 2020 at 6:53 AM

    Excellent news. I baby my eyes (and feet) because of my diabetes. I want to go to the grave still being able to see (and walk) and if means a dreaded doctor visit to a specialist each year, I just gripe and do it.

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