Experiences with

Retinal photocoagulation

Has anyone had successful cataract surgery with high myopia along with BRVO? I'm due to have surgery at the end of September but know that it is more risky in very shortsighted people. Also added complications with having a retinol occlusion. I opted to go to Moorfields because of their good reputation

Ended up at Moorfields eye hospital with deteriorating sight (in one eye) and issues with peripheral vision. After several examinations, a scan, sclerosis is the tentative diagnosis but waiting a retinol specialist appointment on Monday for further scans (dye in vein one?). They don't think GCA, we'll

Dr. John Campbell posted a video about how low vitamin A (retinol) levels predispose a person to experience pneumonia from the Mycoplasm pneumoniae which is currently at near epidemic levels among children in northern China. No surprise here to be honest considering the severe lockdowns. Children have

A recent analysis of the DAPA-CKD trial has revealed that hot weather can speed up the decline in kidney function for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Here are the main points you need to know: • Study Scope: The study looked at data from the DAPA-CKD trial, which included 4,017 CKD

A recent paper titled "Microbiome in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): An Omics Perspective" explores the role of the microbiome in CKD. This research is particularly exciting as it could lead to new ways to manage and treat CKD by focusing on the gut microbiome. Key Takeaways: • What is the Microbiome

I’ve been trying to get to the bottom of some horrible symptoms (dizziness, weakness, fatigue, feeling jittery, brain fog) and have resorted to a private blood test as not getting anywhere with GP. test shows high FT4 under thyroid section and high cystatin C under kidney section (which I believe is

✨Powered by AI The recent research paper titled "Effects of Semaglutide on Heart Failure Outcomes in Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease in the FLOW Trial" provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of Semaglutide for patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The

I am an 87 year old Male with diabetes, heart disease, and stage four kidney disease. My Nephrologist sent me to a class on types of dialysis and I will be seeing him in January. I am thinking he will probably want me to get a fistula. A little concerned, but take it one day at a time

Hello I'm currently a dialysis patient, diabetic, and heart failure I was recently diagnosed with. So my question is there anyone living with heart failure and doing dialysis?I'm not sure on what I should be feeling finding out about living with heart failure. Any advice would help. Thank you for your

Hi All, Jools, Sue and everyone do you know how much Oxycodone is safe to take? I was prescribed 5mg did nothing. Neurologist letter adviced G.P to go to 10 mg Oxycodine with 5mg Naloxcone. G.P said he’s only prepared to prescribe 10 mg Oxycodone and he can’t prescribe Naloxone as it not allowed

I don't post much because my RLS isn't too bad most nights.I tried adding that both my kidneys have failed because of catching Covid for the second time and already I have a number of health issues. I am on Peritoneal Dialysis and I am diabetic. I treat my RLS with 75mg Pregabalin, I know it's nothing

Hello, my husband was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy about 7 years ago, was told he had about 5 years until possible kidney failure, the Dr was right on timing. May of 2023 he was hospitalized with ESRD, we have been to MUSC and Mayo Clinic to begin the journey to getting a transplant. It is nice to

Hi. This post isn’t about me but looking for info to help my daughter. She has had low kidney function since she had a tummy bug aged 11. She is now mid 40s and at her latest kidney review was told her parathyroid blood level was high. She showed me the numbers but I can’t remember them - they were not

Hello,Im wondering how this whole suppressed immune system works? My husband and I have got covid (6 weeks post TP for him). The whole household has pretty much had it all at the same time, but how will hubbys recovery differ? Is he less likely to recover as quick, more prone to secondary infection

Hi, I am currently working with my rheumatologist to plan for second pregnancy. My daughter is 3.5 years old and I was on tacrolimus during my pregnancy (I usually take MMF). I remained relatively well and stable throughout but there were alot of issues with maintaining the tacrolimus concentration

My dr. approved the buprenorphine for me. I am thinking positive that it will work. She is giving me the patch. I am excited. I have to discontinue the horizant though which surprised me and of course discontinue the oxycodone. Hopefully now you won't have to listen to me complaining and I will

I had a transplant 18 months ago and 6 days ago the hospital reduced my Tacrolimus and increased my Prednisolone to improve my kidney function (although it was no worse than it has been since the transplant). I’m gradually increasing the Tac and decreasing the Prednisolone but today lve started itching

Has anyone with GPA or MPA been diagnosed with pancreatic issues due to vasculitis? Hubby had has GPA for 15 years, kidney transplant and sinus involvement and most often in remission until now. He has lost 40 pounds( not trying) and must take enzymes to digest food with a very bland diet. All this happened

Hi I’m just looking for some advice on Targinact and just Oxycodone please. My neurologist wrote to my GP requesting that I be prescribed Targinact 10mg at night and 5mg mornings increasing if necessary by 5mg increments to maximum of 20mg twice a day, also changing the Venlafaxine I take to either

I got my kidney transplant in dec 2018 now In nov 2024 suffered from NON hodgkin lymphoma now only on tacrolimus 5mg daily .Any advice regarding this then plz