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unc70

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1. Have detached both of mine

Reply to appalachiablue (Original post)

Tue Oct 3, 2023, 10:57 AM

Oct 2023

Being really, really nearsighted significantly increases the risk of a detachment. Second time was following cataract surgery, also a risk factor.

Thankful for modern eye surgery.

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Have detached both of mine unc70 Oct 2023 #1

Def. very nearsighted, I didn't know about cataract surgery. TC. appalachiablue Oct 2023 #3

Yeah, they sent me to retinal specialist before cataract surgery. For us 20/400 folks, cataract Silent Type Oct 2023 #7

I definitely need an eye exam. Haven't had one in 8 years or do. I'm 75. sinkingfeeling Oct 2023 #2

I hear you, I'm overdue and need to follow up.. appalachiablue Oct 2023 #4

I should probably schedule an appointment. Elessar Zappa Oct 2023 #5

My retina detached last year. Qutzupalotl Oct 2023 #6

Wow. Glad you are still with us. Silent Type Oct 2023 #8

I'm so sorry you went through this, take it easy & thanks for sharing your story.. appalachiablue Oct 2023 #9