Had detached retina surgery followed by cataract
Surgery several months later , now have macular oedema for 12 weeks and now it's getting worse , vision had deteriorated in the past week or so . My next hospital appointment is 1st august.
What should I do
If your vision is obviously deteriorating then go to your a&e dept asap they will have an on call eye Dr.
Don't wait for your hosp appt.
My clinic give me a number to ring and say to go to a&e outside their hours.
Hope it's not serious for you but please don't take any chances as damage cannot be reversed.
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Hi Carol,
I am so sorry to hear about your macular oedema.
I agree with 'Eyesright' - If your next hospital eye appointment is on 1st August, it is unlikely that you will get an earlier appointment.
If you are worried about your deteriorating sight, I suggest that you go to the hospital eye department A&E department. Just to make sure that there isn't something that needs urgent attention.
If you would like to discuss further, please call the Macular Society helpline on 0300 30 30 111 (9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday).
Best wishes
Helpline
Macular Society
Further to my last post , have had yag laser on subcapsular problem , but oedema has continued for at least six months and now have membrane over the oedema. Consultant said there is an op for this but can go wrong . He has now told me to reduce maxidex down to none and review late December. I am worried the problem could get worse .
Hi Carol, I'm sure the Mac Soc can help you with info and support. their no is above or check out their website - they have an email contact, lots of info, and a buddy system to support you if it would help.
I'm sorry, I don't know about your condition and can only send a hug and best wishes x
cataract surgery & epiretinal membrane
Not sure what to do next
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