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Friday 14 October 2011

Update

I am deeply touched by the number of good wishes I have received following my last post.  I knew I had a good few blogger friends but hadn't realised quite how many of you there were!  Thank you all so much.  I managed to read all your comments by leaning close in to the screen and closing the left eye!!

Just to update you on the situation - I spent nearly an hour at the optometrist's on Tuesday afternoon undergoing a barrage of different tests and it seemed likely that the problem was a cataract and an appointment was made for me to see the consultant at the hospital.  That was 5.00 pm Tuesday evening and on Wednesday mid-day I received a phone call to offer me an appointment for 9.00 am this morning (who says the NHS is rubbish and the waits interminable?!)  Today I had further tests and the opthalmologist says that although there are cataracts (yes in the plural!) they are not causing the problem and she could find nothing to account for it so now I am awaiting a further appointment for a retinal scan to be done at Dorchester hospital.  We must wait and see what that shows.  In the meantime I can still drive as I can see but just not the fine detail - phew!

I am fine and we went for a lovely walk on the Quantocks yesterday with our neighbours - the views were amazing (would have been even better if I had been able to see clearly!).  I am still finding using the computer hard work - typing is fine as I don't need to look for that though the proof reading might be another story.  I will look forward to catching up with you all again soon.

Thank you again for all your good wishes.

42 comments:

  1. So glad your appointment came through so promptly

    you remain in our love and prayers

    x

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  2. Glad you are getting prompt attention
    Julie xxxxx

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  3. So glad you are getting sorted. Thinking of you!

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  4. Glad you've got to see someone so quickly. Fingers crossed they come up with an answer soon.

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  5. Good news that you are getting such prompt appointments Jane.

    Good luck with the retinal scan. Take care.

    Jeanne
    x

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  6. That is good to be seen so quickly. I am glad that it is not affecting your long distance vision as that would have make it awkward for driving. Miss P was born with a cataract in her left eye and she can hardly see out of that eye. Her right eye is doing all the work. We keep monitoring it but so far not appropriate to operate. She has problems seeing things in the distance as has to sit at the front of the classroom to be able to read the board.
    I wish you well for your appointment in Dorchester.
    Take care
    Isabelle x

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  7. Thank you for keeping us all posted - hope your next appointment comes through quickly and you can get things sorted out. Best wishes to you.

    Pomona x

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  8. It is very impressive that you were seen so quickly, I hope the outcome of the visit to Dorchester is a good one.

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  9. That is very fast, so glad to hear that the NHS is being so helpful. I am one of the few (in France)who still thinks the good old NHS is allright!

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  10. Good luck with your next appointment. I'm glad you can still drive.
    Thinking of you,
    Anne xx

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  11. Prayers the next appointment sorts it all out easily

    My allergies cause blurry moments when sinus are stuffed during the Autumn and Spring allergy seasons. Makes sense there's eyes, ears, nose and throat doctors. I've read a person can have a sinus infection for weeks before knowing it.

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  12. Well done the NHS, and it is good that diabetes is ruled out. It must be a very scary time for you though and I shall be praying for you.

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  13. Jane,

    The NHS certainly has not let you down.
    I do hope that your problem is sorted soonest.
    I personally think that is the worst thing....not knowing!

    Take care, and hope things keep moving swiftly.

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  14. Lovely to hear an update, and I'm glad that you are having the sight problems addressed so promptly. Also glad to hear that otherwise you are still enjoying life. Have a happy weekend, and take care Jane. Helen x

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  15. That was excellent service from the NHS hopefully your next appointment comes through quickly as well.
    Good to here that you can still get out and about and enjoy life!
    Have a lovely weekend,
    Vivienne x

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  16. Thank goodness everything seems to be moving right along smoothly.
    Let's get this resolved !
    Sending best Positive Thoughts.
    hugs
    Gerry

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  17. So glad to get this update from you. I hope the doctors can soon determine the cause of your sight problem and fix it!

    Have a good weekend.

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  18. Let's hope all your appointments come through as quickly as the first. Good old NHS, it would appear Mr Cameron hasn't axed the care in the West Country so far. Have you been lifting heavy things around lately? I know a lady who convinced herself she was going blind as she was having problems with her eyes and it turned out she had strained something by too much lifting. It's funny how the body reacts to different circumstances. Anyway, let's hope there's the quick and simple outcome to all of this and I'm wishing you yet more luck.
    Enjoy your weekend and take care.
    Kate x

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  19. Hello Jane, I've just read this post and the last one and hope that a complete diagnosis and solution will be forthcoming quickly! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  20. Glad it's something fixable. My friend has had hers done, both eyes and swears by it!

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  21. Sending you the warmest of wishes.

    Nina x

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  22. I'm a bit late catching up here but pleased you are being sorted out promptly. Sending best wishes.

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  23. Fingers crossed for you that you get some answers and are sorted soon ... thinking of you x

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  24. Glad you are feeling fine but I will be glad when you have this figured out. Eyes are a worry.
    On a brighter note at least you are out and about and enjoying your walks. Hope D was on camera duty so there are some photos!
    Keep in touch. Thinking of you.
    Cheers

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  25. Yay! Three cheers for the NHS. Sounds like they are on the case and you are in good spirits.Lovely to read better news than last time. Lesley x

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  26. Lovely flowers! I am glad that you are getting yours eyes sorted out promptly and hope you can soon see clearly again! x

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  27. Fingers crossed for you! Hoping and praying the scan goes well.

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  28. take care and we will see you soon!

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  29. Hope you are doing better and everything is getting sorted. I have just discovered your blog and I am so glad I did. I have always wanted to come to England and now I feel like I have had a short jaunt there. You write so well & your pics are beautiful. I feel like I have been walking with you. Thank you so much! Be well!

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  30. Like everyone else, my fingers are well and truly crossed for you Jane. Eyesight is just so very, very precious.

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  31. I do hope all will be well with your eyes.
    Lovexx

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  32. Here's hoping that you don't have to wait too long for your appointment at Dorchester! x

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  33. Sorry to hear that you're having eye problems - I hope you get the next appointment soon. Fingers crossed we hear some good news from you soon. Take care. :) x

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  34. Thinking of you, and sending all good wishes.

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  35. I to am thinking of you and send best wishes for a speedy recovery. You sound upbeat which I am sure helps in a situation like that. Take care,
    Penny xx

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  36. I'm glad you got such a prompt appointment, but sorry that they couldn't put their finger on what the problem was. I do hope that Dorchester Hospital can give you a quick appointment too and that they will identify the problem and a speedy cure for it.

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  37. I just stopped in the check on you. You and yours are still in my prayers.

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  38. Hi Jane, I hope that your eyes are getting better and that you are ok. I have so much school work at the moment but I will be back blogging as soon as possible! Take care.
    lucy xxxxxx

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  39. Just stopping in again to see how you are progressing... praying for you, Jane.

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  40. Maybe something to take your mind off it all?
    Wander over. To the postmans knock blog and see if you fancy joining us for a Christmas "do"?

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  41. having lost the sight in one eye I deeply sympathize with you. Did they check the pressure? I am sure they must have. For myself its getting used to the perspective being different now. I am not driving as I have people who drive me. I seldom go out alone at the moment so its not a problem. Wishing you well and that they get you fixed up really soon
    Janice

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  42. so pleased to hear that you are being seen so promptly within the NHS. Best wishes, Lizzie x

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