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    • CommentAuthorC.W
    • CommentTimeDec 17th 2007
     

    Hi DJ, what medication are you on? And how long ago were you diagnosed? When I asked, I was told it is not worth getting an eye test done until you have been taking your medication for at least three months. If you have your medical exemption certificate (even if you haven't), it might pay you to see an opticians any way as our eyes are changing all the time. Some opticians have the equipment to photograpah the back of the eye the others don't.

    As for the why, it could be your system is getting used to the medication and the new balance of sugar in your body. As I got used to the tablets and with new glasses my vision improved. Talk to your doctor and go to the opticians, your eyesight is worth it!

    • CommentAuthorDray
    • CommentTimeDec 17th 2007
     

    I'd go with C.W. with that.

    I've always been told that there was a chance my eye-sight might deteriorate, if the diabetes wasn't controlled.

    But Slowly....

    Having said that, if you've been a 'diabetic undiagnosed' for a while, the eye-sight thing may have crept up on you.

    If you suspect the change is rapid, and the best solution is to see a good optician. Caroline makes makes a good point about medical exemption certificates - make sure (if you're UK) you get the appropriate form from your GP. You'll be entitled to free prescriptions and free eye tests - including back of the eye checks. You'll end up with a white credit card type thingy you (or a representative) can show to a chemist or optician.

    Good Luck!:bigsmile:

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      CommentAuthorBestBuddy
    • CommentTimeDec 18th 2007
     

    yeah - I'm with the others.

    Well worth getting the retina scan once your blood sugar has been under control for a month or so.
    Even so, worth mentioning to your Doctor now - always a wise option.

    • CommentAuthorC.W
    • CommentTimeFeb 5th 2008
     

    Hi DJ, how are your eyes now? I hope with the medication and the regular eye checks, things are improved.

    • CommentAuthorolivo
    • CommentTimeFeb 26th 2008
     

    I too am newly diagnosed, and would like to know just exactly what happens when I am sent for the eye test. I have been told to bring
    someone with me, as I won't be able to see properly afterwards, but no-one explained just what happens, and how long does it last?:confused:

    • CommentAuthorDray
    • CommentTimeFeb 26th 2008
     

    I'm Northern UK based, and there might be variations.

    My optician is keen about photographing the back of the eye. That's important because with diabetes, that's were most deterioration is likely to be, and where it's most likely, as a diabetic, you're eye sight is likely to cause you problems in the future. simply put.

    To examine the back of the eye, (the retina) the optician needs the front of the eye 'opened up', the Iris. To do that they use some eye drops.

    The side effect of that is that for about an hour afterwards, the Iris, because of the eye drops, is held open. That has the result of letting in a lot more light than usual. The end result is you can't see a lot because everything looks so bright. It's light staring into the sun too long.....

    That's why you need someone to accompany you. The effect is disconcerting, but temporary. Sunglasses help a lot. :bigsmile:

    • CommentAuthorCaroline W
    • CommentTimeFeb 26th 2008
     

    The drops affect everyone differrently, I find they sting like mad. I usually end up having to go on my own because no one else is free.

    As my glasses are reactions I take a floppy/wide brimmed hat too. Luckily on my way home I don't have to do crossing of roads so do it by bus. All the literature I have been sent tells me I shouldn't drive or operate machinery too.

    • CommentAuthorolivo
    • CommentTimeFeb 28th 2008
     

    That has explained the test a lot more -thanks! Not so frightened now.:thumbup:

    • CommentAuthorC.W
    • CommentTimeFeb 28th 2008
     

    It is always more frightening when we don't know. I hate new things too, but find it better to be as informed as I can. There are also a number of good dibaetes organisations round. I belong to Diabetes UK (www.diabetes.or.uk) They have loads of information and advice too.

    • CommentAuthorC.W
    • CommentTimeFeb 29th 2008 edited
     

    I have the appointment for my next screening, a local opticians this time instead of hospital at the end of March. This is better for me as I need only take one bus instead of two. As it is in the local shopping centre and if I have been very good I can treat myself to a tea with no sugar and a big banana or bowl of cherries afterwards...:cool::boogie::shades::beard:

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