"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.
Looks like you are doing great. Well done. Cop Car
ReplyDeleteSo glad that things are going well for you as much as they can be.
ReplyDeleteIt'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.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you in my feed and here's to you healing up.
ReplyDelete...Debra, I wish you a speedy recovery. My cataract surgery years ago make a HUGE difference!
ReplyDeletegood to see you on the mend, so to speak..... hope the recovery continues well..... always happy to hear an update :)
ReplyDeleteYou 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...
ReplyDeleteGlad it all went well, and nice to see you back.
ReplyDeleteTake it easy, we'll be here.
I'm glad things went well, so nice to see your face too. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWelcome 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.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! So very good to hear your eyes are on the mend.
ReplyDeleteI've had the same operation 8 years ago; what a coincident: I just today got a new reading glasses: lost earlier ones 😆
ReplyDeleteKeep came and take easy; all will be fine 👍🏼🌞
Glad your surgery went well. Hope your vision clears up soon.
ReplyDelete😃 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! 🤓
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Be diligent with those eyedrops since they ward off any possible infections!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from you again. You've been on my mind. I'd say your costume is one of a kind.
ReplyDeleteEye test: how many fingers am I holding up? (She says as she waves at her phone )
ReplyDeleteDon'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.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your surgery and recovery are going so well -- the blogosphere sure feels your absence, Debra!
ReplyDeleteCongrats. I'm glad it went well. Sending healing thoughts your way.
ReplyDeleteRecover Soon !!!
ReplyDelete--Jim
Take care! ❤️
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! You've been missed!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear everything has gone well.
ReplyDeleteIt seems like you’re in good hands, and I hope your vision clears comfortably in time for all your November plans
ReplyDeleteIt is so good to hear from you. Take care of yourself, and hurry back to us. We miss you. The world needs you.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're doing well. Missed your blog. Mind your P's, Q's, and I's. Your vision is too valuable to lose.
ReplyDeleteI'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!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow. Both eyes at once. Well good. One and done.
ReplyDeleteOMG yay!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back!!!! You look like a fabulous yet demure Catwoman.
XOXO
Lovely to see you 'round these parts! May your vision be clear as crystal in good time. x
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! I shall add "stroke watch" to my loving partner duties.
ReplyDeleteMy eye doc is trying to talk me into doing that. Hmmmmm. Maybe, maybe not.
ReplyDeleteExcellent costume! I'm happy to see you. I had my eyes checked today. The dr said I have little baby cataracts on both of my eyes. I wish they'd grow up and move out.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
So glad everything went well with the Eye Surgery. Healing Energies sent your way my Friend.
ReplyDeleteYou made it through and you are smiling. I had mine done one eye at a time a week apart. I wish I had chosen the new astigmatism lenses but I didn't know about them and when I did I thought they might be too expensive. You'll be seeing as well as ever again in no time.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back and on the road to recovery. Thanks for dropping in on my blog and hope your return to full vision is swift.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Glad everything's gone well. I have said that if I need cataract surgery they will have to knock me out: I fainted in an eye test.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! You might be surprised at how well you can see given a bit of time. Jayne
ReplyDeleteSo how's it been sleeping with those bug-eye protectors?
ReplyDelete@ BSB -- They are surprisingly comfortable to sleep in, although they do look like hell.
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DeleteCongrats on a successful eye surgery. Hope your vision is even better than before.
ReplyDeleteFANTASTIC, and all the best for a speedy recovery... however once you see all the crap that has hit, you may want to put the eye shields back in...
ReplyDeleteRade
Plastic eye shields become you. So happy you're back, even if it's on a limited basis.
ReplyDeleteWelcome
ReplyDeleteBack! So glad you are recovering.
So glad to see you smiling! I hope your recovery is swift and uncomplicated.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. Glad to see you recovering well. I hope the glasses will improve your vision significantly.
ReplyDelete-Soma
The smile on your face suggests that your were on some kind of acid trip Debra! How brave of you to have both eyes done at once. Wishing you a speedy and successful recovery.
ReplyDeleteI didn’t think they did both eyes at once for cataracts. I think it’s a better option if you can choose that. Once your over this operation it’s done and dusted.
ReplyDeleteMake sure to follow the doctors orders and come back when you can.
Welcome back and I'm glad it is going well. Take care of yourself and happy healing.
ReplyDeleteIt's alive! It's alive, it's alive, it's alive!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, you were missed my dear. Take it easy and listen to the dr. 😁
ReplyDeleteLooking good. They wouldn't do both of mine at the same time and I didn't get those cool see through patches. When the drops were done I could see like a youngsters again.
ReplyDeleteI am grateful dear Debra for your cataract surgery went smoothly by the grace of God🙏
ReplyDeleteYou look serene in your photo ☺️
You have very kind partner indeed to look after you when concerning time 🤗
I don’t think you have to be worried about visiting or commenting my friend. Please just stay calm and focus on healing smoothly 🙏 rest can wait 😊
I am sorry you have to wait for your new glasses for one month,sounds quite a time yet time passes eventually when one sticks with bright side dear friend 🥰
Will be thinking of you with love and prayers hugs 🫂♥️
Looking good, Debra. It seems like forever until you can get glasses but it will pass and you will "look good".
ReplyDeletenice to see you again.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a speedy recovery and take care and rest,
I'm glad everything went will. It's always to hear good news. I hope you have speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day.
Glad you're recovering -- keep getting better every day! And thanks for all you do for us!
ReplyDeletewhew! that's a big deal checked off your list to do. Good friend to go through it with you, shame the doctor couldn't fix the regular issues but you'll see color brilliantly now! Love, LeeAnna
ReplyDeleteI hope by now you have mended. oxox
ReplyDeleteGlad you are back and doing well..I don't understand why you don't have intra ocular correction?? I just noticed that you were back..I'm a bit behind..
ReplyDeleteSo glad the surgery went well. And welcome back, again! I missed you.
ReplyDeleteBugged-eyed! Too cute. I'm glad this is behind you, and wishing you swift healing. I'd never heard of them doing both eyes at the same time.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad the Rare One was there to help you, Debra! I don't envy you the drops routine. That's what I disliked the most. I couldn't get the upgraded lenses either, but the prescription glass worked fine. Here's to wishing you a speedy and full recovery! Take care!
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