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diabetic macular edema

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JP24

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Hi Everyone

I have been told I have diabetic macular edema and have been booked in for the Laser therapy in March.

I just have a concern as I am going on holiday in January and will have a 14 hour flight.

Will this have any effect on this condition and can I do anything to help.

Thank You
 
I know nothing about this condition @JP24 but think the best course of action would be to either see your G.P. or ask the receptionist to get the Doctor to phone you.
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catherinecherub said:
I know nothing about this condition @JP24 but think the best course of action would be to either see your G.P. or ask the receptionist to get the Doctor to phone you.
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Hi Catherine
I have called the receptionist at the consultants office, but I was looking for as much info as possible.
Thank You
 
Hi. I have got macula oedema and have had laser and injections over the years. The laser is a bit painful on the day but next day back to normal. It shouldn't affect your holiday plans.
Good luck.
 
I have macular edema in my left eye -- I have had laser and injections.
any treatment clears within a day or so -- so should not affect travel plans
 
himtoo said:
I have macular edema in my left eye -- I have had laser and injections.
any treatment clears within a day or so -- so should not affect travel plans
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I've got maculopathy.. The right eye has been treated for a year (just injections) but for the past 3 months haven't needed them with an eyesight improvement too!
The "bummer" is they've detected the left eye. So I'm on a course for that.. (Jabs again. Different drug.)

Point being I've been out gigging the same night...
My tip? Grab the treatment with "both hands" & don't miss an appointment.. Tighten up on a my Blood sugar issues too! ;)
 
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