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Dictators who positively go out of their way to force misery, tears and fears, upon their countryman's lives.
Politicians who, in dealing with dictators, have a wishbone where a backbone should be.
Oh dear, what you've mentioned is what I hoped I would not read, cp1943, however it's a timely reminder to repeat part of my origional post.......cp1943 said:I'm glad to hear you have recovered from what must have been a horrifying experience. To be honest, i'm glad I didn't read about your op before I had cataracts on both eyes operated on a few years ago. I was absolutely terrifed at the time, being a bit of a wimp, but everything passed off without any problems. Ditto for my husband a year later and for my mother this year. I was surprised that they made a fuss about the bs levels (though thinking about it, it's logical): the clinic I was at as an out-patient didn't even ask or test: in fact it was almost like a prodction (or should I say removal) line. The stretchers were lined up to go into the theatre and it was all over in about 10 minutes (though admittedly I wasn't timing it). Anyway, hope the next one goes well for you: I'm sure it will.
Perhaps, though, for anyone else coming across this thread, it's a blessing you did mention it.WeeWillie said:<snip>I feel I ought to say first of all that anyone happening to read this thread who is about to, or is expecting to, undergo a cataract removal op, mustn't be concerned that what happened to me could happen to them during the operation.
It was under exceptional circumstances that my op went badly wrong. ie, the doctor? (Chirpy Eyes) performing the op was a trainee who clearly didn't have adequate expertise and should never, in my opinion, have been operating on a patient.....me.
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Anyway, I can understand your fear. I overcame any fear or negative thoughts by telling myself to relax and completely put myself in their hands, it really did work (for me anyway) despite what happened, I was ok going through the repair op. It's the only way I could handle it.
I'll be doing the same on Wednesday, but it'll be much easier on this occasion since I discovered the surgeon has an excellent reputation. It's really only natural to feel a little hesitant, especially as it concerns the eyes, isn't it.
As far as the blood levels are concerned, I thought every hospital must have the same policy, I guess some are just more cautious than others.
I appreciate you taking time to reply and yes, I'm sure all will be well this time.
Thank you also, NicolaB70. All these replies and good wishes fairly give you a boost. :clap:
Incidentally, I was surprised to receive a letter so soon from the DVLA this morning, it contained my new 4 year extended driving licence.
I really did think my medical report was going to put an end to my driving life. But, obviously it didn't. :thumbup:
So unless I pop my clogs any time soon, here's to the next four years (at least) happy motoring. lol
Thank you all again.
willie.