Positive Thoughts Welcome

[Raingirl]

Am having cataract surgery tomorrow. Both eyes.  I’m a little freaked out at the thought of someone slicing into my eyeballs. 😱

Yeah, yeah….everyone says it’s a piece of cake. I’m still freaked. 🤷‍♀️ Surgeon says they may end up using general anesthesia, due to potential MS related issues.  I wouldn’t mind that. 😎

So….. if anyone cares to send positive vibes my way tomorrow, that would be appreciated. 
 

Thank you!

[Okrahomer]

37 minutes ago, Raingirl said:

So….. if anyone cares to send positive vibes my way tomorrow, that would be appreciated. 

Sending positive thoughts (and prayers) for a good outcome. Is there a reason they’re not doing this one eye at a time — with time to recover in between?

Edited September 5 by Okrahomer

[bluebell]

Sending positive vibes your way!

[Calm]

59 minutes ago, Raingirl said:

Am having cataract surgery tomorrow. Both eyes.  I’m a little freaked out at the thought of someone slicing into my eyeballs. 😱

Yeah, yeah….everyone says it’s a piece of cake. I’m still freaked. 🤷‍♀️ Surgeon says they may end up using general anesthesia, due to potential MS related issues.  I wouldn’t mind that. 😎

So….. if anyone cares to send positive vibes my way tomorrow, that would be appreciated. 
 

Thank you!

Definitely. 

[Calm]

25 minutes ago, Okrahomer said:

Sending positive thoughts (and prayers) for a good outcome. Is there a reason they’re not doing this one eye at a time — with time to recover in between?

My guess is they want to limit the stress on her MS (just in case she doesn’t get a chance to respond ).  Stress can be a trigger for MS flares

Edited September 5 by Calm

[Okrahomer]

3 minutes ago, Calm said:

My guess is they want to limit the stress on her MS (just in case she doesn’t get a chance to respond ).  Stress can be a trigger for MS flares

Thank you!  That makes a lot of sense.  The MS/stress factor completely escaped me.

[manol]

1 hour ago, Raingirl said:

Am having cataract surgery tomorrow. Both eyes.  I’m a little freaked out at the thought of someone slicing into my eyeballs. 😱

Yeah, yeah….everyone says it’s a piece of cake. I’m still freaked. 🤷‍♀️ Surgeon says they may end up using general anesthesia, due to potential MS related issues.  I wouldn’t mind that. 😎

So….. if anyone cares to send positive vibes my way tomorrow, that would be appreciated. 
 

Thank you!

 

Here are some positive thoughts for now, and I'll follow up with some positive vibes tomorrow:

Everything is an opportunity to align oneself to a vibration. Fear is an opportunity to align oneself to a higher vibration.

You are in the presence of God. And the presence of God is within you. But none of us are special, as the same is true of everyone.

We cannot harm another without harming ourself, and we cannot bless another without blessing ourself.  It really is a game of vibes. 

[sunstoned]

2 hours ago, Raingirl said:

Am having cataract surgery tomorrow. Both eyes.  I’m a little freaked out at the thought of someone slicing into my eyeballs. 😱

Yeah, yeah….everyone says it’s a piece of cake. I’m still freaked. 🤷‍♀️ Surgeon says they may end up using general anesthesia, due to potential MS related issues.  I wouldn’t mind that. 😎

So….. if anyone cares to send positive vibes my way tomorrow, that would be appreciated. 
 

Thank you!

Positive thoughts coming your way.  BTW, I had the same surgery several years ago. It sounds scarier than it is.  The procedure was under an hour, and recovery was just a few hours. 

[blackstrap]

hope this helps !  

 

[Raingirl]

4 hours ago, Okrahomer said:

Sending positive thoughts (and prayers) for a good outcome. Is there a reason they’re not doing this one eye at a time — with time to recover in between?

Many surgeons are moving towards doing both eyes at once. They started doing it during the pandemic, and found it successful. 
 

in my situation, the MS makes for some difficulties. They may even need to put me under. 
 

I also like the idea of a shorter recovery period. 
 

I could have insisted on two surgeries, but decided I’m comfortable with the double whammy. 

Edited September 5 by Raingirl

[Raingirl]

2 hours ago, sunstoned said:

Positive thoughts coming your way.  BTW, I had the same surgery several years ago. It sounds scarier than it is.  The procedure was under an hour, and recovery was just a few hours. 

Everyone I know who’s had it, raved about the surgery. Somehow, I’m still very anxious. I keep telling myself that I’ve never heard any bad stories about the procedure. The surgeon also told me that this is the least invasive of all eye surgeries. My head knows one thing, and my nerves are saying something else. Usually, with surgery, I get eerily calm as soon as I get there. They did promise me good drugs!

[Rain]

Positive thoughts and prayers coming.

It's understable to be nervous about things like this.  Even if problems are close to nothing, the unknown can be very nerve-wracking. Plus with having to have your eyes open that puts a level on top. And then the MS. So hugs and hoping the best for you!

[dannigirl79]

I have to tell your story about your cataracts my friend had cataract surgery once and I accidentally said Cadillac and my mom turned around and she said really what year as in what year was her Cadillac it was kind of funny anyway hopefully you have a good surgery and all goes well sending prayers your way

[bluebell]

I hope the surgery went well raingirl, and that the recovery isn't too hard.

[Rain]

Does anyone know about surgery recovery?  Do you have to stay away from your phone for a few days?

[Calm]

Alexa just said eye patches may need to be worn a few days after surgery…if both eyes, that means we won’t hear from her for a couple of days. 

[Calm]

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After cataract surgery, expect your vision to start getting better within a few days. Your vision may be blurry at first as your eye heals and adjusts.

A cataract is usually yellow- or brown-tinted before surgery. This causes colors to look dull. After your surgery, colors may seem brighter because you are looking through a new, clear lens.

You'll usually see your eye doctor a day or two after your surgery, the following week, and then again after about a month to monitor healing.

It's normal to feel itching and mild discomfort for a couple of days after surgery. Avoid rubbing or pushing on your eye.

Your eye doctor may ask you to wear an eye patch or protective shield the day of surgery and for a few days after. Your doctor also may recommend wearing the protective shield when you sleep during the recovery period.

You may be prescribed eye drops or other medicines to prevent infection, reduce swelling and control eye pressure. Sometimes, these medicines can be injected into the eye at the time of surgery.

After a couple of days, most of the discomfort should disappear. Often, complete healing happens within eight weeks.

 

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cataract-surgery/about/pac-20384765

[Raingirl]

Thank you so much, everyone, for all of the positive energy!

The surgery went well. 
 

Pre-op was a different story.  Three people, three attempts each to get the IV started.  I have every color of bruises imaginable today. 
 

I did have MS related muscle spasms, but they didn’t rise to the point of needing to be knocked out. 
 

The drugs were frankly disappointing. 😂.  I can always tell when the drugs hit. I feel dizzy, and then noticeably relaxed. Nada. 🤷‍♀️

The surgery itself was a piece of cake. I tend to be claustrophobic, and people right up I’m my face? No, thank you! But this didn’t bother me at all. Much easier than I anticipated. 
 

As soon as they took the drape off the first eye, I was astonished at how clearly I could see!  There’s definitely blurriness from the surgery, but, still, the improvement is astonishing! I had no idea what I was missing. And the colors!

It got even better after they finished the second eye. 
 

My biggest struggle at the moment is near vision.  Which was my best version prior to surgery. After I got home, I picked up my phone to let a friend know that things went well.  I couldn’t even begin to see the screen clearly.  The person who took me, handed me her reading glasses (which I’m still borrowing), and with those I can see close.  I’m leaving shortly for my follow-up appointment, so I’m curious to learn more. 
 

My surgeon doesn’t use any kind of patc, so no issues there. 
 

Sunstoned was right.  The surgery itself is easy-peasy.  I highly recommend it to anyone who is told they need it. 

[Calm]

So glad to hear.

I have a few more years before it’s time, looking forward to anything that helps with bluriness. 

[Rain]

3 hours ago, Raingirl said:

Thank you so much, everyone, for all of the positive energy!

The surgery went well. 
 

Pre-op was a different story.  Three people, three attempts each to get the IV started.  I have every color of bruises imaginable today. 
 

I did have MS related muscle spasms, but they didn’t rise to the point of needing to be knocked out. 
 

The drugs were frankly disappointing. 😂.  I can always tell when the drugs hit. I feel dizzy, and then noticeably relaxed. Nada. 🤷‍♀️

The surgery itself was a piece of cake. I tend to be claustrophobic, and people right up I’m my face? No, thank you! But this didn’t bother me at all. Much easier than I anticipated. 
 

As soon as they took the drape off the first eye, I was astonished at how clearly I could see!  There’s definitely blurriness from the surgery, but, still, the improvement is astonishing! I had no idea what I was missing. And the colors!

It got even better after they finished the second eye. 
 

My biggest struggle at the moment is near vision.  Which was my best version prior to surgery. After I got home, I picked up my phone to let a friend know that things went well.  I couldn’t even begin to see the screen clearly.  The person who took me, handed me her reading glasses (which I’m still borrowing), and with those I can see close.  I’m leaving shortly for my follow-up appointment, so I’m curious to learn more. 
 

My surgeon doesn’t use any kind of patc, so no issues there. 
 

Sunstoned was right.  The surgery itself is easy-peasy.  I highly recommend it to anyone who is told they need it. 

I know I will need it at some point, but they are not ready yet.  I don't know if that means it is best to get so bad first or if insurance doesn't cover till that point or not.   They are just not ready yet. So glad to hear how it went for you so I won't be more assured.   And if course, just glad this went well anyway

 

[Raingirl]

3 hours ago, Rain said:

I know I will need it at some point, but they are not ready yet.  I don't know if that means it is best to get so bad first or if insurance doesn't cover till that point or not.   They are just not ready yet. So glad to hear how it went for you so I won't be more assured.   And if course, just glad this went well anyway

 

At my post op checkup today. The surgeon told me that mine were very large. And very dense.  They get trickier to remove as they progress.  Long story short, I’d been seeing a different ophthalmologist for years, and known I had cataracts for years. Saw a new doc last October. Cataracts had significantly progressed, and were progressing rapidly.  As happens with medical care these days, it took a long time to get a consultation. Then a couple more months to get on the surgery schedule. 
 

At the checkup today, I went from previously not being able to read the biggest letters on the chart, to reading tiny letters.  
 

The surgeon also told me that I’ve had significant healing in just one day, more than she usually sees. She’s very pleased with the outcome. 
 

I would imagine that some insurance companies have severity requirements before they will authorize.  When scheduling both eyes at once, she told me that the majority of cataract surgeries are paid for by Medicare, who only authorizes one eye at a time. So that’s insurance driven, not medically driven. I’m so glad I got both eyes done at once!

[Raingirl]

4 hours ago, Calm said:

So glad to hear.

I have a few more years before it’s time, looking forward to anything that helps with bluriness. 

The improvement in vision is astonishing.  Every aspect, including seeing colors accurately.  The overall brightness, but especially colors, is really amazing. 
 

I know understand why boss was raving for weeks after her surgery!

Does this officially make me an old lady now? 😎

Edited September 6 by Raingirl

[Tacenda]

21 hours ago, Raingirl said:

At my post op checkup today. The surgeon told me that mine were very large. And very dense.  They get trickier to remove as they progress.  Long story short, I’d been seeing a different ophthalmologist for years, and known I had cataracts for years. Saw a new doc last October. Cataracts had significantly progressed, and were progressing rapidly.  As happens with medical care these days, it took a long time to get a consultation. Then a couple more months to get on the surgery schedule. 
 

At the checkup today, I went from previously not being able to read the biggest letters on the chart, to reading tiny letters.  
 

The surgeon also told me that I’ve had significant healing in just one day, more than she usually sees. She’s very pleased with the outcome. 
 

I would imagine that some insurance companies have severity requirements before they will authorize.  When scheduling both eyes at once, she told me that the majority of cataract surgeries are paid for by Medicare, who only authorizes one eye at a time. So that’s insurance driven, not medically driven. I’m so glad I got both eyes done at once!

So happy for you, hopefully the problem with your near vision goes away. 

[Tacenda]

21 hours ago, Raingirl said:

The improvement in vision is astonishing.  Every aspect, including seeing colors accurately.  The overall brightness, but especially colors, is really amazing. 
 

I know understand why boss was raving for weeks after her surgery!

Does this officially make me an old lady now? 😎

No, you're a new lady now.

[Raingirl]

4 hours ago, Tacenda said:

No, you're a new lady now.

I’ve got a fe more body parts that could use replacing! 😂

They gave two cards - one for each eye - with the serial number for each lens.  My immediate thought was that could come in handy for identifying a body! 😎