Could use a few prayers myself

DonD · April 10, 2013, 09:40 AM

Off to surgery today to correct a detached retina. Had cataract surgery 2 years ago and my right eye is loosing vision quickly. About 10 percent left right now, only the far right has vision. At least I have some side vision left. The prognoses for stopping the loss is good but the chance of gaining any vision is not.

I will be out of town for at least a week and on a laptop with who knows what service.

DaveVA78Chieftain · April 10, 2013, 10:35 AM

Wishing you the best - Dave

Stripe · April 10, 2013, 10:58 AM

Let us know how it goes..

Oz · April 10, 2013, 11:11 AM

I certainly hope and pray that, not only will the loss be stopped, but that any restorative measures are successful.

Wantawinnie · April 10, 2013, 12:48 PM

Wishing you a successful surgery and speed recovery.

DonD · April 11, 2013, 12:52 AM

Went well, 2 hrs. Not sore...yet..Doc seemed happy

HandyDan · April 11, 2013, 02:35 AM

We're rooting for you. Keep us posted.

LJ-TJ · April 11, 2013, 06:55 AM

Let us know how you make out. We're pulling for you.

joanfenn · April 11, 2013, 07:50 AM

Thinking good thoughts your way. Joan

DonD · April 12, 2013, 01:25 PM

Showered this morning, breakfast and just now a nice walk. Pretty sore, a wee bit of bruising but in the sun I can see my shadow and my feet etc! There is hope. Next Wed is doc appt then home I hope. Hotel life is getting old and expensive

Oz · April 12, 2013, 01:32 PM

Good to hear! There IS... no place like home.

DonD · April 14, 2013, 10:06 AM

With reading glasses on I can see my hand in very good detail from 2-3 in away!!! This has got to be a good thing

LJ-TJ · April 14, 2013, 11:46 AM

Well yeah had everyone on he edge of their seats. I could here a collective sigh of relief when you posted. Looking good. Keep us posted.

moonlitcoyote · April 14, 2013, 11:47 AM

Glad to hear all is well and sounds like getting better too.

ClydesdaleKevin · April 14, 2013, 12:11 PM

Alright! Patti and I were keeping you in our thoughts. You be eagle-eyed again before you know it!

Kev

DonD · April 14, 2013, 04:20 PM

Needed to get out for a bit, did a drive-through car wash and found a BK for lunch Sitting there munching, looking through my re-furbished eye...I can see people walking on the sidewalk, I can see cars passing! Not yet clear but I CAN SEE!! I lost it right here, used up a few napkins before I left BK. I believe all prayers are answered, sometimes yes, sometimes no.

Thank you Lord.

joanfenn · April 14, 2013, 04:26 PM

Way to go Don. Just go easy, you can't do everything in one day. Still sending good thoughts your way. Joan

JDxeper · April 14, 2013, 06:46 PM

Good news, keep improving.

cosmic · April 14, 2013, 07:24 PM

I'm glad things are getting better. With those new eagle eyes you may be able to spot the good looking ones from 2 blocks away.

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hope you have a speedy recovery.

DonD · April 16, 2013, 05:57 PM

Getting excited, doc visit tomorrow morning. Every day the vision improves a tiny bit. A week ago this eye had no vision. Baby steps..

Stripe · April 16, 2013, 09:40 PM

My stepdad had the same thing done. His sight improved as well, he drives Trucks to Ohio and back to NY.
Good to hear your getting better!

Wantawinnie · April 16, 2013, 11:18 PM

Nice to hear your vision is improving.

One day at a time.

DonD · April 17, 2013, 04:50 PM

Eye am home!

Got a great checkup from the doc. The next 3 months will show what's left. Right now eye can see the E on the eye chart!

Oz · April 17, 2013, 09:47 PM

Excellent... I can't make out the E... It looks like a B or an 8.

DonD · April 21, 2013, 07:19 PM

Well, here we go again. I must report for surgery tomorrow morning in Scottsdale. The first method has failed, this time a different techique will be used. Keep those thoughts coming!!