I just had my ophtha consult and the exam result was interpreted as me having a mild glaucoma. It is not curable so the doctor told me that we need to monitor it. He kept the exam results.
According to stlukeseye.com:
Glaucoma is a disease caused by increased intraocular pressure (IOP) resulting either from a malformation or malfunction of the eye’s drainage structures. Left untreated, an elevated IOP causes irreversible damage the optic nerve and retinal fibers resulting in a progressive, permanent loss of vision. However, early detection and treatment can slow, or even halt the progression of the disease
I asked me if lack of sleep affected the exam, he said it can have.
My IOP was normal.
I also raised my observation that ever since I had my eye checked by a glaring light last week, my left eye’s vision became webby. He just shrugged off the idea telling me that the blurred vision effect will only last for a day. He did not do further assessment.
I also got my pair of glasses as the error in refraction of my right eye has increased.
I was planning to go for thoric contact lenses maybe next month. I seriously need to wear them because I could hardly read with my bare eyes.
The doctor asked me to see him after six months.
I will see him maybe next week. I will just get my exam result and I will have an optha consul with another doctor.
I do not feel good vibes with that doctor and with the hospital.
I would rather travel far than to have a substandard healthcare service.