Is there any objective data showing actual improvement in vision? Does the ERG report look better? Are there measurable responses from the rods and cones?
I wouldn't waste any money on things like that. Given that we're talking about genetics, there's just no proof for it, and it seems quite impossible. I suppose you should probably just go for an annual retinal exam and maybe get an OCT scan, if only to make sure you haven't developed cystoid macular edema in the center. As for the other symptoms—things like a narrow field of vision or poor night vision, since the cone cells have replaced the rods—there isn't much you can really do about those.
If you happen to be a college student, I believe you're entitled to an electronic magnifier and whatever other accommodations come with being legally blind.
It’s not easy, but unfortunately, there aren't any significant new therapies available right now.
Is it an oil spot or just gas in the eye? I suppose anything that's actually moving shouldn't really be considered a "major" issue. As long as your entire field of vision remains intact, everything is probably fine. I believe they perform eye exams without an appointment over at Mayo Clinic, if you're feeling anxious about it.
It’s essentially the same thing as a standard ablation. There's this curtain in your field of vision that just stays fixed, regardless of how you move your eyes. If there was some bleeding involved, I suppose things might look completely blurred too.
As far as I can tell, they operate during the afternoon hours as well. Though, as for the exact number of patients or their specific conditions, I suppose I couldn't say for certain.
When it comes to nearsightedness, I suppose the lenses end up being thinner than they would be for someone without a prescription. There isn't really a set rule for these things, I guess. You just live your life like everyone else and that’s about it...
Samuel Gomez2 said:Does anyone have any actual experience knowing how long it takes to hear back about scheduling an orthopedic surgery at Mayo Clinic? I emailed all the necessary paperwork, and while their website claims a response within three days, I haven't heard a single thing even after seven. I need tendon reconstruction on my right arm, and I suppose the longer this drags on, the more complicated the procedure becomes since they'll have to perform a tendon graft from below my knee. To make matters worse, nobody seems to pick up the phone at any department within the Mayo Clinic.
Maybe try forwarding that email to bojcen@mayoclinic.org. That’s the central scheduling office. They were moved over to Rebro, specifically the green building, because of the earthquake damage.
One could probably place an order through the online portal or perhaps via email or phone using their Medicare ID, which you can find on a health card or insurance document. Of course, I suppose it all really comes down to the individual handling the patient records—specifically, just how much they actually know how to navigate a computer system.
coppergardener said:I'm looking for recommendations for a *really* exceptional ophthalmologist for a thorough clinical exam. It’s a complicated case involving high diopters that general practitioners often misdiagnose—heavy astigmatism, myopia, poor stereo vision, the onset of presbyopia, a history of significant childhood strabismus, and a family history of glaucoma. Thanks in advance!
Patrick Hughes72 said:There is, I spoke with my family doctor... though honestly, you probably wouldn't want to hear how long the waitlist is at the local hospital
I know, which is why one really ought to check for openings at the urgent care clinic. Then again, if things get acute, there are always emergency eye clinics available.