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Light sensitivity during operation
Posted: Tue 05 Apr 2011 6:59 pm
by ChrisW
I've had keritaconus for 35 years, worn GPL for 50 years and have had two corneal transplants and a cataract op in my left eye. Unsurprisingly my lids are now drooping to the extent that they're affecting my sight. I'm due to have a lid lift on Thursday at Moorfields under a local anaesthetic but am now concerned with how my eyes will react to the bright light as they have the usual light sensitivity! Has anybody else had this problem?
Re: Light sensitivity during operation
Posted: Tue 05 Apr 2011 7:18 pm
by Anne Klepacz
Welcome to the forum, Chris. When I had the stitches removed from one of my grafts, it was quite a long procedure (the stitches had been in for 3 years and were quite deeply embedded). I coped with staring up at the bright light by imagining I was lying on a sunlit beach - I went through all the beaches I'd ever been on! That strategy helped me - maybe others will have other tips. Do mention your concerns before they wheel you in.
All the best.
Anne
Re: Light sensitivity during operation
Posted: Tue 05 Apr 2011 9:41 pm
by ChrisW
Hi Ann - Suggestions much appreciated! Will see how it goes. Chris