Re: I have a diagnosis!
So glad, Gail, the appointment went well and you liked the ophthal. Now that you had a diagnosis you can go from there and not be in limbo anymore. I'm sorry about the scarred right tear duct - perhaps others on the bb can talk to you about that.Best wishes to You
June in Toronto - where its minus 10 C today!
Re: I have a diagnosis!
I know how you feel. I was getting worse and worse, and was told that I was "developing a bad habit" or that it was in my head, and caused by something I did "not want to see." The diagnosis was actually a relief, because it validated what I knew all along, but could not convince people of; that it was a condition I had no control over.
Re: I have a diagnosis!
Isn't it just the best feeling to find someone who agrees with you when you say that you are sick and not psychotic or over-emotional?Congratulations!!!!!
Re: I have a diagnosis!
Hi Gail,
I'm happy for you to finally find a good doctor that can help you.
And you have many friends here to help and support you the best
we can.
Big Hugs,
Mindy
Re: I have a diagnosis!
Gail ... That's wonderful news! It's usually more comfortable dealing with the devil when he has his horns and pitchfork showing than when he comes in disguise.Sally in North Idaho
Re: I have a diagnosis!
Sometimes it is so good to hear the bad news. It comes with a sense of relief, a name, something that you can attack. It is also frustrating, though, when you have learned so much about your disorder that you literally may know more about it and its peculiarities than the physician and have diagnosed yourself. I'm very glad that you like your new physician. He seems to know what he is doing.
Group cheer!!
Shirley in AR.
punctal ducts
GailJ,Most of the physicians who speak at the international BEBRF meetings favor punctal cauterization rather than the plugs. If your ophthalmologist doesn't do this, perhaps he can refer you to someone who does. I had mine done in 1992. I had the right one done twice, and I think I need the left one redone, but with anesthesia, it really wasn't a big deal. I work in a medical building. . .had it done in a few minutes, then went back to work. My eyes are well lubricated enough for me to even wear contact lenses, though I still use Refresh Plus eye drops, mainly at night. I'm very happy with the procedure. Best wishes, Susan Hasselle
Re: punctal ducts & diagnosis
Hello everyoneThankyou for your support and encouragement. I particularly liked Sally's analogy of the devil, and Susan's account of her punctal cauterization was helpful for me. Cheers
GailJ, in late Summer
Re: punctal ducts
I had punctal cauterization too, when the plugs wouldn't stay in. It has helped a lot, though I still lubricate at night. Most of the time I can go all day without drops.
Virginia in AL
Re: I have a diagnosis!
good, june; i mean not good but at least you know.
Cauterization too!!
Hi Gail, I had the punctual cauterization too. It is a great thing to have done. I don't have to use half the eye drops that I did and my eyes don't feel bad. I had the silicone ones inserted and inserted again and again. They never stayed in any length of time. Of course, it didn't "cure" the Blephro but it has helped. I spent 4 years before I got the right diagnosis. It is very frustrating. Good Luck!!
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