"The Bug-Eyed Creature from the Cataracts Lagoon" --
So I had my cataracts surgery a week ago. Thanks for all your well wishes on my last post!
Because the surgery was done under general anesthetic, the doctor did both eyes at the same time. I had to wear these plastic eye shields for the first day and then every night while sleeping for the next week. This lovely post-op photo was taken by The Rare One, who picked me up at the hospital, took me later that day for my follow-up at the doctor's office, and stayed overnight on the post-anesthetic 24 hour stroke watch.
Everything went well. Now I'm on the multiple-eye-drops-per-day regime for one month. For my eyes, the doctor did not recommend the upgraded lens that would correct my astigmatism in addition to my distance vision, so I will still need new prescription glasses to see properly once all is said and done. I'll have them by the end of November and will be able to drive again then.
This means my vision remains blurry, it's challenging for me to read or type for any length of time, and I'm subject to eye strain if I'm on the computer too long. I'm hoping to manage two or three posts per week to celebrate Halloween this month, but reading and commenting on others' blogs will still be very limited, alas. But I'll drop in when and if I'm able.
30 comments:
Looks like you are doing great. Well done. Cop Car
So glad that things are going well for you as much as they can be.
It's so good to see you!!! I'm glad your surgery is over and you'll soon be back to blogging. We've missed you.
Great to see you in my feed and here's to you healing up.
...Debra, I wish you a speedy recovery. My cataract surgery years ago make a HUGE difference!
good to see you on the mend, so to speak..... hope the recovery continues well..... always happy to hear an update :)
You look lovely! Can you get those with rims in different colors? A great style for your prescription. I had my eyes done at different times, but I remember my vision coming back (better) surprisingly quickly. So glad you had it done and are now in recovery mode. And thanks for sharing this glorious photo. At least you smiled a little, but too bad you “blinked” when the shutter clicked...
Glad it all went well, and nice to see you back.
Take it easy, we'll be here.
I'm glad things went well, so nice to see your face too. Take care.
Welcome back! I'm surprised they did both at once, but it shortens the time nicely. I'm also very happy R O stepped up. That was nice.
Welcome back! So very good to hear your eyes are on the mend.
I've had the same operation 8 years ago; what a coincident: I just today got a new reading glasses: lost earlier ones 😆
Keep came and take easy; all will be fine 👍🏼🌞
Glad your surgery went well. Hope your vision clears up soon.
😃 Oh, how happy I am that you are back!! I just knew you couldn't stay away during Halloween month! 🎃 What you are dealing with is a hassle, but so worth it for better vision! 🤓
Welcome back! Be diligent with those eyedrops since they ward off any possible infections!
Great to hear from you again. You've been on my mind. I'd say your costume is one of a kind.
Eye test: how many fingers am I holding up? (She says as she waves at her phone )
Don't rush the healing process. We've all missed you throughout September.
I hope you are feeling better soon. The blogsphere is much more dull with out you.
Glad to hear your surgery and recovery are going so well -- the blogosphere sure feels your absence, Debra!
Congrats. I'm glad it went well. Sending healing thoughts your way.
Recover Soon !!!
--Jim
Take care! ❤️
Welcome back! You've been missed!
Glad to hear everything has gone well.
It seems like you’re in good hands, and I hope your vision clears comfortably in time for all your November plans
It is so good to hear from you. Take care of yourself, and hurry back to us. We miss you. The world needs you.
So glad you're doing well. Missed your blog. Mind your P's, Q's, and I's. Your vision is too valuable to lose.
I'm so happy to hear all went well and you're on the mend... and for Pete's sake don't worry about us or Halloween, don't overdo it please. We will get out candy corn one way or another!!!!
Wow. Both eyes at once. Well good. One and done.
OMG yay!
Welcome back!!!! You look like a fabulous yet demure Catwoman.
XOXO
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