Posts by Robin Sanchez32

Sean Brown3 said:I'm in a similar spot. I'm 45, with a +4.50 in one eye and +5.00 in the other, plus 0.50 astigmatism. Back in March, I had a consultation with Dr. Smith—just a talk, no full exam yet—and he told me that because of my age-related farsightedness, laser correction isn't really an option for me. Instead, he suggested replacing my natural lens with a multifocal one. He did warn me that night driving might be tricky and that I'd still likely need +0.50 glasses for computer work. That didn't change my mind about wanting to ditch the glasses and contacts, nor did the price he quoted. Luckily, I stumbled upon this thread and read it thoroughly (thanks to Kenneth Fisher, Tommy13, and the other forum users). After talking to some other ophthalmologists—specifically the highly regarded Dr. Vukovic from Miami—I decided it's better to just sit tight. Dr. Vukovic advised that given my high prescription and age, doing nothing is actually the best move; otherwise, I might do more harm than good. For now, I'm sticking with my glasses and contacts. If anyone else with a positive (+) prescription has had good results, let me know.

My sincere thanks to Sean Brown3 for sharing her experience; I'm sure it will be helpful to many others as well.

I suspect my own prognosis will mirror hers, though I am about seven or eight years further along the timeline.

I intend to seek a second opinion from an ophthalmologist at Rebro Hospital for Light. My gut tells me they won't give me the "green light" for surgery.
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I'm not entirely sure if I can visit Smith just for a consultation. It feels a bit futile to undergo a full, expensive examination only to walk away with a $233 negative response.

Greetings to all the forum users, wherever you may be!🙂😲☕👍

I have an appointment scheduled at Light Polyclinic in two weeks for a consultation and potentially surgery.

I’ve been psyching myself up for this procedure for quite some time. I have meticulously read through this entire thread to gather as much information as possible.

To be honest, I'm feeling a bit conflicted. There are plenty of success stories here, but there are also some—unfortunately—very unsettling accounts.

I am in my early 50s. My prescription is +3.00 in both eyes, with a cylinder of 0.50 in the left eye. I rely on glasses with that correction whenever I'm driving or just need clear distance vision.
On top of that, I require reading glasses with an additional +1.50 boost in both eyes.

I would appreciate it if anyone who has dealt with a similar situation could share their experience. Did you decide to go through with the surgery? What was the actual procedure like, how was the recovery, and how much time did you need to take off work?

Additionally, if anyone has been treated by Dr. Sharice, please let me know the name of the clinic and what your experience was like.

I must admit, after everything I've read, I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed. And frankly, dropping $150 just for an initial exam feels a bit steep.

But that isn't even the biggest concern. It's the thought that if complications or lasting side effects occur, you're looking at a $3,000 bill... at that point, one might seriously reconsider the whole thing.

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I’d suggest reaching out to Prof. Branka Vizner; she’s an excellent endocrinologist over at the Sisters of Mercy Medical Center in Chicago.

I am truly glad to see you’ve found some peace of mind. I find myself navigating those exact same waters right now. I’m scheduled for surgery in seven months to deal with a follicular tumor. If you don't mind me asking, which hospital are you heading to? There is something about sharing these experiences—just being able to trade perspectives—that makes the whole burden feel a little lighter.

It would honestly be much easier for me to chat with you through an online platform or via email—especially given everything I’m navigating right now with this thyroid tumor. Let me know if that works for you. Thanks.😛 🙄 😲

A huge thank you to everyone who weighed in on the follicular tumor thread. To clarify, that Hurler's tumor mentioned earlier is an entirely different matter altogether. Since my last update, I’ve managed to find a hospital in NYC where I'm scheduled for surgery on July 7th, 2006. As for whether this thing is benign or malignant—well, we'll see. In both hospitals I've visited, the ENT specialist insists they are looking at a benign tumor. However, the surgeon performing my procedure is suggesting a total thyroidectomy, especially since I dealt with Basdev's disease and hyperthyroidism about twenty years back. It’s all quite heavy, and honestly... I just hope God grants me the strength to get through this smoothly. I have to admit, mentally, I am struggling quite a bit to wrap my head around the whole situation.

I can truly empathize with the mental toll this is taking on your wife. As much of a layperson as I am regarding this specific type of tumor, my understanding is that it’s likely benign. Generally speaking, medical experts suggest the prognosis for thyroid issues like this is incredibly positive. Even in my own circles, I’ve seen cases involving malignant tumors where the patients underwent surgery and are still out there living full lives today, thank God. We will get through this just the same. It’s just that this period of waiting—this limbo—is easily the hardest part. We really have to make a conscious effort to maintain a positive mindset. I'll reach out again once I'm through my own surgery.

I’ve been diagnosed with a follicular thyroid tumor following an ultrasound and a biopsy. I recently had my consultation at the Mayo Clinic within their ENT department, and they’ve scheduled me for surgery in mid-November. Given everything one hears about this specific diagnosis, I’m terrified that during this six-month wait, the tumor might progress to a point where it becomes too late to intervene. Honestly, the anxiety is overwhelming, and I’ve been struggling with deep depression over it all. If anyone could offer some perspective—whether through personal experience or professional insight—regarding my situation, I would be incredibly grateful. Thank you.